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Welfare Reform – Interpreter Provision

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BDA (NI) have some good news we would like to share with members of the Deaf community. Deaf people will be able to go to their local Advice NI or CAB office and request Interpretation services for support with Welfare Reform related issues, such as PIP and Universal Credit

1st November 2018

‘Today is a Good Day’ – Health Fair

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Come along to BDA’s Health Fair! This is a free event for Deaf people about how to maintain a healthy lifestyle and wellbeing.

29th October 2018

Belfast Laganside Courtroom Tour

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BDA Northern Ireland’s Access to Justice team have organised a tour of Belfast Laganside court room. Come along and find out about the different processes used in a court setting. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and find out about the different roles of the court.

19th October 2018

PSNI – Police Station Tour

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British Deaf Association and PSNI Derry has organised an event for police tour and information session.

2nd October 2018

Remembrance and Celebration Events – BDA NI

Frances Maginn

The British Deaf Association (NI) in partnership with the Ulster Society at Jordanstown School are hosting an ‘Evening of Remembrance and Celebration’ on Friday 28th September from 6pm – 9pm and your presence would be most welcome and greatly appreciated.

15th August 2018

Frank Barnes School – Family Fun Day

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Come along to Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children’s annual Family Day at the British Library on the 22nd September from 12-4pm. Suitable for the whole family!

25th July 2018
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