Best The Non Profit Happy Hour Podcasts (2025)

David Hogg catches up with Macular Society’s Colin Daniels to look back on the year for the sight loss charity and looks forward to what’s to come in 2026By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1522: Award-Winning Chesire Sight Loss Information Line From Vision Support. 9:54

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The Sight Loss Information Line is a National Lottery funded project in partnership with Vision Support, Cheshire West & Chester Council, East Cheshire Eye Society, Cheshire East Council and the NHS. It provides information, support and guidance to people with sight loss and recently won the Community Partnership Award sponsored by Specsavers at th…

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S2 Ep1521: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 06/12/2025 7:12

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Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Matt talks about a meeting of the Vision Partnership, RNIB volunteers meeting the King and Queen and a look back at a festive event in London. If you, or someone you know, would…

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S2 Ep1519: Important News For All UK Landline Telephone Customers 5:36

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The UK’s analogue landline telephone system will be switched off and replaced by a digital network, that’s fit for the future. For anyone who uses a landline, it’s important to get ready for the change in order to continue to use your landline telephones. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Naveed Hussain to find out why the change is happe…

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S2 Ep1520: Film Review: Frankenstein 2025 9:59

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Our horror film fans are back with the gothic tale of Frankenstein, written and directed by Guillermo Del Toro. Amelia Hilton and Allan Russell review the latest adaptation. You can watch Frankenstein on Netflix with the AD and find it on Audiovault. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital…

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S2 Ep1518: We Assist Service From WeWALK Available For Beta Testing 8:13

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Some exciting assistive technology news! Hubert speaks to Jean Marc from WeWALK, all about the We Assist service which has been worked on with help from the RNIB, and which is now available to beta test for blind and partially sighted people. Image Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, Below A Solid Pink Line with Connect Radio…

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S2 Ep1517: Audio Described Festive Fun In South Wales 7:21

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Let’s look ahead to some festive theatre shows coming up in south Wales this month. Hywel Davies has been catching up with audio describer Michelle Perez.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1515: Signs And Management Of Myopia In Children 8:50

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What is myopia and why are more children experiencing it? Amelia speaks to eye care specialist, Professor Annegret Dahlmann-Noor, about the condition and how it can be spotted and treated. Learn more about Myopia on the Myopia website - Short-sightedness (myopia) - NHS Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in…

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S2 Ep1516: Lord Provost Visits RNIB Scotland's HQ 4:26

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Edinburgh's Lord Provost paid a visit to RNIB Scotland's refurbished office, RNIB's Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to him to get his thoughts on the facilities, the game of showdown and Meeting an awards winning volunteer. Image Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, Below A Solid Pink Line with Connect Radio Underneath…

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S2 Ep1513: Changes to Motability and Inaccurate Press Reporting 16:41

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Inaccurate press reporting, social media backlashes against disabled people and the UK Chancellor’s Autumn Budget have all compounded concerns from the disabled community about public perception and the future of the Motability scheme. RNIB Connect Radio’s David Hogg spoke to Allan Russell about the worries and the response from Motability.…

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S2 Ep1514: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 29/11/2025 7:47

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Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Matt talks about a meeting at Moorfields Eye Hospital, more audio description talks at the BBC and a look at the recent UK Autumn Budget. If you, or someone you know, would like…

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S2 Ep1512: Some Festive Audio Described Highlights From MindsEye Description. 10:43

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With a look at some festive, audio described, shows, here’s Allan Russell with Anne Hornsby…By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1511: More Help For Blind And Partially Sighted People In Orkney 7:32

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RNIB Scotland has launched a new project, designed to provide more advice, support, events and community connections for blind and partially sighted people in rural and isolated areas. This month, David Hogg spoke to Sarah Richings who lives in Orkney If you live in Scotland, are blind or partially sighted, and would like more info, go to www.rnib.…

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S2 Ep1510: UK Sight Loss Charity’s Monthly Campaigns Update 27/11/2025. 11:57

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Each month, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell is joined by some of the RNIB Campaigns Team to discuss some of the big projects they’re working on. This month’s topics include RNIB’s response to the UK Chancellor’s Autumn Budget and a look back at a recent Parliamentary event. If you’d like more information on campaigns or want to get involved , em…

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S2 Ep1509: Cooking And Communication Tools In The RNIB Shop 9:15

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How can tech help with you festive preparations? Amelia spoke to Claire Maxwell from the RNIB Shop to learn about tools to help with cooking and catching up with loved ones. Visit the RNIB Shop here - RNIB Shop Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink …

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S2 Ep1508: Join The Blind and VI Football Festival In London 6:17

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Celebrate ‘International Day of Persons With Disabilities’ with Bloomsbury Football Foundation as they prepare to host a very special day of football fun. Hywel Davies has been finding out more. For more information and sign up details, visit the website - Blind & VI Football Festival 2025 · LumaBy RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1507: Seasonal Sale At The RNIB Shop 3:58

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It's the season for festivities, and also a good Christmas sale. In this podcast, Hubert catches up with the RNIB Shop to find out what items are available as part of the seasonal shop sale.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1506: 'Chris McCausland: Seeing into the Future' - Reaction From The 'Tech Talk' Team 6:24

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The ‘Tech Talk’ team reflect on the recent BBC documentary ‘Chris McCausland: Seeing into the Future’. Asking what impact technology like artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicles will have on blind and partially sighted people in the future and how RNIB can offer support in the present day. For more information, visit the RNIB shop - RNIB Sh…

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S2 Ep1505: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update 22/11/2025 11:04

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Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Matt talks about the charity’s Westminster event, taking part in a major piece of work around employment and there’s comment on the publication of the latest Covid-19 report. If…

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S2 Ep1504: UK Charity Responds To Latest Covid-19 Inquiry Report 9:54

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Sight loss charity RNIB has been responding to the latest Covid-19 report, which highlights failings that negatively impacted blind and partially sighted people, by governments around the UK. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke with Sophie Dudgeon, Head of Campaigns and Public Affairs for RNIB, about the main findings. Image shows the RNIB Con…

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S2 Ep1502: Making And Creating - Roundtable 31:27

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How can you share your experiences of sight loss in art? How can making help your wellbeing? What are some accessible methods? We've gathered visually impaired artists and makers Alan Mcintyre, Julie Hale, Kellie Dingwall and Sian Healey to share their experiences and tips for getting creative. Learn more about ways to get creative on the RNIB webs…

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S2 Ep1503: Vidar Hjardeng MBE - Moulin Rouge, AD Theatre Review 4:45

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RNIB Connect Radio’s Robert Kirkwood is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews. They head over to the Birmingham Hippodrome as Vidar reviews the audio described production of Moulin…

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Corebridge Financial: From Courtrooms to Forever Homes 21:04

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Corebridge Financial partners with the Alliance for Children’s Rights in Southern California to help children in foster care find permanent homes through adoption and legal guardianship. Through this initiative, Corebridge attorneys and paralegals prepare adoption documents and represent families in court, ensuring adoptions are finalized on Nation…

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S2 Ep1501: Soundplay Experience - Sub-Bass Soft Space 5:10

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How can technology, music, vibration and visuals make inclusive and multisensory play? Amelia visited Soundplay projects in Glasgow for a tour of their experiences - Here is Co-Founder Bal Cooke showing her the 'Sub-Bass Soft Space' Learn more about Soundplay on their website - Soundplay Projects - Meaningful creative expression and musical experim…

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S2 Ep1500: Soundplay Experience - Back To Back 2:37

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How can technology, music, vibration and visuals make inclusive and multisensory play? Amelia visited Soundplay projects in Glasgow for a tour of their experiences - Here is Co-Founder Bal Cooke showing her the 'Back To Back' Learn more about Soundplay on their website - Soundplay Projects - Meaningful creative expression and musical experimentatio…

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S2 Ep1499: Soundplay Experience - Sine Wave 4:13

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How can technology, music, vibration and visuals make inclusive and multisensory play? Amelia visited Soundplay projects in Glasgow for a tour of their experiences - Here is Co-Founder Bal Cooke showing her their 'Sine Wave' Learn more about Soundplay on their website - Soundplay Projects - Meaningful creative expression and musical experimentation…

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S2 Ep1498: Soundplay Experience - Ambient Arcade 2:53

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How can technology, music, vibration and visuals make inclusive and multisensory play? Amelia visited Soundplay projects in Glasgow for a tour of their experiences - Here is Co-Founder Bal Cooke showing her the 'Ambient Arcade'. Learn more about Soundplay on their website - Soundplay Projects - Meaningful creative expression and musical experimenta…

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S2 Ep1497: Soundplay Multi-Sensory Musical Experiences 14:21

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Soundplay bring music, visuals, tactile materials and technology together in their inclusive experiences to encourage a sense of play. Amelia visited their offices to speak to co-creator Bal Cooke and get a tour. Learn more about Soundplay on their website - Soundplay Projects - Meaningful creative expression and musical experimentation Image shows…

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S2 Ep1496: Moor Vision on Award-Winning Children And Young People's Exhibition 9:56

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MoorVision and Optolec hosted a Children and Young People's Vision Zone Exhibition in Plymouth last year. They won the 2025 Visionary Community Pathways Award sponsored by RNIB and Amelia spoke to MoorVision Executive Director, Laura Hughes, to learn more... Learn more about MoorVision on their website - Visionary Award Success! | Moorvision Image …

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S2 Ep1495: MySight York On Award-Winning Community Connect Project 8:28

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The MySight York Community Connect project is working to reshape York into a sight loss friendly city. They won the Accelerating Impact Award at the Visionary Awards 2025, sponsored by Fight for Sight. Amelia spoke to CEO Scott Jobson to learn about the project and award. Learn more about MySight York on their website - MySight York…

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S2 Ep1494: Devon In Sight On Award-Winning Counselling Service 13:40

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Devon In Sight's Children and Young People’s Counselling Service won the Customer Excellence Award sponsored by Guide Dogs at the 2025 Visionary Awards. Amelia spoke to Grahame Flynne, Chief Executive Officer, and Louise Millington, Sight Loss Advisor, to hear about their work and the win. Learn more about Devon In Sight on their website - Welcome …

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S2 Ep1493: RNIB's Matt Stringer Shares His Thoughts On The Parliamentary Reception 4:18

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At the end of the Parliamentary Reception, Hubert spoke to RNIB's CEO Matt Stringer to get his closing thoughts on the success of the event.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1492: Maqsood From RNIB's Campaigns Team Reflects on the Event 4:40

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Towards the end of the Parliamentary Reception, Hubert spoke to Maqsood from RNIB's Campaigns team to get his thoughts on how the event went.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1491: Hubert Chats To Allistaire One of The RNIB Volunteers 4:02

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In this episode, Hubert chats to another volunteer who came along to provide his knowledge and experience to the visiting MPs.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1490: Pete Richardson Reflects ON His Experience Of Volunteering At The Parliamentary Reception 3:10

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In this podcast, Hubert highlights an important aspect of the Parliamentary Reception event, this being the blind and partially sighted volunteers sharing their lived experience of sight loss and vision rehabilitation with the MPs that visited the stands.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1489: Martin Rhodes from the Scottish Labour Party Reflects on his Experience 1:59

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Hubert chats to Martin Rhodes MP after he has been to visit the few stands during RNIB's Parliamentary ReceptionBy RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1488: MPs share their experiences following the Parliamentary Reception 7:02

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In this podcast Hubert speaks to 3 more MPs about what they thought of what they have experienced during RNIB's Parliamentary Reception event.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1487: Shockat Adam, the only Optometrist in Parliament 4:09

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Hear from Shockat Adam in this episode, as he talks about being an MP, but also being an optometrist.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1486: Gavin Williamson Shares his thoughts plus personal Reasons For Attending 3:17

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In this episode Hubert catches up with Gavin Williamson MP, as he shares why he attended the event, including personal reasons for doing so, plus how he found his experience.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1485: MP Paula Hamilton Shares Her Thoughts On her Experience 2:27

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In this podcast Hubert speaks to Paula Hamilton, one of the many MPs what came to learn more about sight loss, and the issues blind and partially sighted people face regarding vision rehabilitation.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1484: RNIB's Ross Meegan Looks Ahead to RNIB's Parliamentary Reception 3:46

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Before the event started, Hubert grabbed a word with Ross from RNIB's Campaigns team so preview the event and what we can expect.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep1483: Celebrating Book Week Scotland With 'Friendship' 8:04

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Book Week Scotland is an annual celebration of books and reading. This year, it’s taking place across Scotland between 17–23 November with a curated programme of exciting events and activities featuring Scotland’s authors, poets, playwrights, storytellers and illustrators. As part of the yearly celebrations, Scottish Book Trust released a collectio…

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S2 Ep1482: Eye Care Support Pathway 2 Years On - Closing Thoughts 3:55

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Earlier this week, RNIB have marked two years since the launch of the Eye Care Support Pathway, with an event in Manchester which brought together optometrists, sector leaders and other partners. The framework was developed by the charity with leading organisations across the eye care and sight loss sectors, to ensure patients have timely access to…

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S2 Ep1481: Eye Care Support Pathway 2 Years On - Beyond the Eye Roundtable Discussion 12:35

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Earlier this week, RNIB have marked two years since the launch of the Eye Care Support Pathway, with an event in Manchester which brought together optometrists, sector leaders and other partners. The framework was developed by the charity with leading organisations across the eye care and sight loss sectors, to ensure patients have timely access to…

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S2 Ep1480: Eye Care Support Pathway 2 Years On - Anna Tylor 6:45

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Earlier this week, RNIB have marked two years since the launch of the Eye Care Support Pathway, with an event in Manchester which brought together optometrists, sector leaders and other partners. The framework was developed by the charity with leading organisations across the eye care and sight loss sectors, to ensure patients have timely access to…

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S2 Ep1479: Eye Care Support Pathway 2 Years On - Tim Morgan 2:59

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Earlier this week, RNIB have marked two years since the launch of the Eye Care Support Pathway, with an event in Manchester which brought together optometrists, sector leaders and other partners. The framework was developed by the charity with leading organisations across the eye care and sight loss sectors, to ensure patients have timely access to…

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S2 Ep1478: Eye Care Support Pathway 2 Years On - Amanda Hawkins 3:47

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Earlier this week, RNIB have marked two years since the launch of the Eye Care Support Pathway, with an event in Manchester which brought together optometrists, sector leaders and other partners. The framework was developed by the charity with leading organisations across the eye care and sight loss sectors, to ensure patients have timely access to…

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S2 Ep1477: Eye Care Support Pathway 2 Years On - James Palmer NHS England 2:56

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Earlier this week, RNIB have marked two years since the launch of the Eye Care Support Pathway, with an event in Manchester which brought together optometrists, sector leaders and other partners. The framework was developed by the charity with leading organisations across the eye care and sight loss sectors, to ensure patients have timely access to…

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S2 Ep1476: Eye Care Support Pathway 2 Years On - Dr Peter Hampson 3:48

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Earlier this week, RNIB have marked two years since the launch of the Eye Care Support Pathway, with an event in Manchester which brought together optometrists, sector leaders and other partners. The framework was developed by the charity with leading organisations across the eye care and sight loss sectors, to ensure patients have timely access to…