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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2nd Northern Ireland Science Festival
Northern Ireland Science Festival - it is an annual celebration of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
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NHS Accessible Info Standards & Deaf Charter meeting – Stafford
Meeting organised by Staffordshire & Stoke on Trent Partnership NHS Trust.
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Again! A big thanks to Elizabeth McAughtry MBE
Another local fundraising success in Northern Ireland by Elizabeth McAughtry MBE!
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Lets Talk About Your Health – Depression
There will be Health Topics for Depression - to be held in Glasgow.
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COPD – Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, shortened to COPD, is an umbrella term for a group of conditions which cause long-term damage to the airways.
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DWP services more accessible thanks to new British Sign Language pilot
A ground breaking new system to ensure British Sign Language users can easily access Government services is now in operation at the DWP.
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