Access and Inclusion
Thomas Pocklington Trust is dedicated to building an inclusive and equitable society for blind and partially sighted people.
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Thomas Pocklington Trust is dedicated to building an inclusive and equitable society for blind and partially sighted people.
Find out more about 'Access and Inclusion'Gledi Ndreu is a 20-year-old gym user, and following the recent release of the ‘Accessibility and Disability Support across the Leisure and Fitness sector’ report he reflects on his experiences of using a gym.
Find out more about 'My experience as a partially sighted gym user – Gledi’s story'For people who use smartphones, some of the most commonly utilised apps are those that deliver navigation and wayfinding services. Explore them all and all features they come with.
Find out more about 'Wayfinding apps guide'26th July 2023
The government has launched a new Disability Action Plan consultation. We look at what it means for blind and partially sighted people and how you can give your feedback.
Find out more about 'The Government’s New Disability Action Plan: What it Means for You'19th July 2023
Rail Minister Huw Merriman MP and the UK's Rail Delivery Group (RDG) faced criticism in a meeting this week over the proposed closure of nearly 1,000 rail ticket offices.
Find out more about 'Minister Faces Criticism on Rail Ticket Office Closures'Explore the grants and additional funding options available to you as a blind and partially sighted student and how they can help to support you in your studies.
Find out more about 'Additional Funding Options for Your Studies'Learn how smartphones /tablets can be a game-changer for blind and partially sighted students in education. We cover accessibility features on Apple and Android and how to use them.
Find out more about 'Make Your Smartphone/Tablet Accessible for Education'Discover how to use built-in accessibility features on computers to empower blind and partially sighted students in education. Covers Windows, Apple, ChromeBook and Linux.
Find out more about 'Make Your Computer Accessible for Education'Find out about the different accessories and equipment that can super-charge your use of tech in education as a blind or partially sighted student.
Find out more about 'Useful Accessible Accessories for Education'12th June 2023
Last week, Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) and The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) urged business leaders, at a central London roundtable meeting, to employ an intern at the launch of its second year Get Set Progress programme.
Find out more about 'Business Backs Employment for Blind and Partially Sighted People'Learn about the support available if money worries are affecting your mental health at university. Part of our Mental Health and Wellbeing guide for blind and partially sighted students.
Find out more about 'Money Worries at University'Thomas Pocklington Trust has published a new report that brings together evidence on the concerns of blind and partially sighted people, captured during the charity’s nationwide Listening Month 2022 project.
Find out more about 'Listening Month report'