Each week we chat with RNIB’s CEO Matt Stringer to discuss the big news affecting the charity.

This week we start with an update on the ‘Don’t take away my right to vote in secret’ #BlindVotersCount and a reminder to sign the petition if you have not already done so. You can sign the petition by visiting the following link -

https://e-activist.com/page/98590/petition/1?ea.tracking.id=web

As it is National Apprenticeship week this week Matt shares his thoughts on the opportunities for blind and partially sighted people through apprenticeship schemes and what can be done to provide greater apprenticeship opportunities for visually impaired people.

Finally as this week marks six months since the launch of the RNIB Talking Books Alexa skill Matt shares some of the feedback from blind and partially sighted people who have been listening to RNIB Talking Books via their Amazon Echo and how even one visually impaired student has been using the skill to listen to his course books too. 

If you have any questions at all relating to sight loss or just looking for help and advice please do call the RNIB helpline on 0303 123 9999 or use your Amazon device and ask Lady A to call the RNIB and speak to one of our Sight Loss Advisors or do visit the RNIB website where you will find a wealth of information and advice too - https://www.rnib.org.uk

(Image shows a photo of a smiling Matt)