BDA works with National Federation of the Blind UK to successfully campaign against the BBC’s decision to withdraw its Red Button Service.
BBC suspends Red Button switch-off
Equality Act
Withdrawal of the BBC Red Button text service
The BBC Red Button text based service enables viewers to access news, sports and business headlines, and general information on the weather, travel and lottery updates in a quick, concise and easily-accessible format.
Report launched on Access to Justice for Deaf
On the 11th of December, BDA NI, and leading Deaf researchers, will be releasing a groundbreaking report on the barriers Deaf people face when trying to access justice in Northern Ireland.
Ofcom – Text to switch your mobile provider
In the past, if you wanted to switch your mobile company, you would have needed to call your provider to begin the move; a process which is inaccessible for Deaf customers.
The Courtroom – 3 things to know
Have you been to a courtroom before? Maybe you are unsure of the internal protocol of a court setting?
International Women’s Day 2019
A balanced world is a better world. How can you help forge a more gender-balanced world? Celebrate women’s achievement. Raise awareness against bias. Take action for equality.