Petition for free BSL classes for families
The BDA is working with campaigning organisation 38 Degrees on a new petition calling for free British Sign…
2 November 2026
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BDA visits Solihull Deaf Feelgood Group
Our BDA officer, Robin Ash, visited Solihull Deaf Feelgood Group on Thursday 11 November to deliver an information session about Smart Meters.
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BDA Scotland launches BSL Helpline
BDA Scotland is offering a new BSL Helpline to assist Deaf people in Scotland with information, advice and support relating to councils and the NHS.
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BDA Scotland interviewed on BBC
Avril Hepner from BDA Scotland was recently interviewed on BBC Scotland's - 'The Nine' programme to talk about issues with Channel 4's lack of subtitles in their programming schedule.
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Rosie Cooper, MP, meets with Deaf sector representatives
On Wednesday 6th October 2021, Rosie Cooper, MP, met with representatives from the Deaf Sector to discuss a British Sign Language Bill which she will bring forward as a…
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Jock Young Award 2021: Winner
Moira Ross from DRP Scotland’s Transitions project, announces this year’s winner of the Jock Young Award 2021. This year’s nominees are all inspiring role models for Deaf young people…
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We Sign for Human Rights
Day 4: International Week of Deaf People 2021. Happy International Day of Sign Languages! This year's theme is 'We Sign for Human Rights'.
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