British Deaf Association awards Sign Language Charter to Greater London Authority
The British Deaf Association has awarded its Sign Language Charter to the Greater London Authority (GLA), recognising the…
23 September 2026
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British Deaf Association awards Sign Language Charter to Greater London Authority
The British Deaf Association has awarded its Sign Language Charter to the Greater London Authority (GLA), recognising the progress City Hall has made in improving access and inclusion for…
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BDA responds to PM’s social care announcement
The BDA welcomes the focus on social care and hopes the upcoming Big Conversation on Care will meaningfully include the Deaf community and reflect the needs of BSL users.
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Derbyshire – Devolution
In this video, Mhairi, our BDA England manager, and Alison, CEO of Communication Unlimited, engage in a crucial dialogue about the upcoming Devolution affecting Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham, and Nottinghamshire.
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“Nothing about us, without us!” – BDA concerned about the lack of BSL representation in the media as DfE opens consultation on new BSL GCSE
“Nothing about us, without us!” - British Deaf Association concerned about the lack of BSL representation in the media as DfE opens consultation on new British Sign Language GCSE
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Campaign for GCSE in British Sign Language (BSL) a “step closer”
Deaf charities have welcomed a public consultation on a GCSE in British Sign Language (BSL) described as a “momentous step forward” in the proposed qualification becoming reality.
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Equality and Rights project: Announcement
The British Deaf Association (BDA) has secured new funding for a new Equality and Rights project for Deaf people in Derby and Derbyshire. The funding has been awarded by…
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