News and stories

National Braille Week 2023 - Braille remains a vital resource

Sight Scotland’s National Braille Week is important as it helps to raise the profile of braille in wider society and allows people to see that it has not been replaced by advancements in technology but, rather, is a vibrant resource which allows seve

Award-winning fundraising manager says building an engaging fundraising culture is the key

Stephanie Shanks, Fundraiser of the Year for 2023, says building a positive fundraising culture is the key to unlocking success.

Ex Royal Blind School pupil feared falling in front of train

With no tactile paving, Samantha couldn't tell how close the platform edge was.

Giving great customer service to customers with vision impairment

We are encouraging all restaurants, cafés and venues to be more welcoming and accessible to people with visual impairment.

Andy's Story

Andy Lundie, a driver at our Hawkhead centre, shares his experience as a carer for his adult son. He’s one of many carers who work here at Sight Scotland and Sight Scotland Veterans.

A Sight loss diagnosis is hard enough without CVI certificate mix ups

Our new First Minister must redouble efforts to support people living with sight loss

As Scotland’s oldest sight loss charity, Sight Scotland and its sister charity Sight Scotland Veterans, are calling on the new Frist Minister, Humza Yousaf MSP, to work alongside the vision impaired community to improve inclusivity and accessibility.

Ophthalmology waiting times continue to rise.

Time is of the essence for eye health. We are urging the Scottish Government to address the skyrocketing ophthalmology waiting times

Touching the future with 3D printing!

Empowering learners with vision impairment through 3D printing! We're excited to be at the forefront of this innovative project in partnership with European experts.

Research grant awarded to improve understanding of Charles Bonnet Syndrome

Bravo Victor has received a significant grant towards a new research programme on Charles Bonnet Syndrome, a common condition impacted people with sight loss.