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Introducing Sophie Jones, our new CEO

26th February 2024

After nearly four decades of remarkable leadership, British Wireless for the Blind Fund (BWBF) is embarking on a new chapter with the appointment of Sophie Jones as our new Chief Executive Officer, effective March 1st, 2024.  Sophie has been an integral part of the BWBF family for fiteen years and has been instrumental in shaping…

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One of Britain’s best-known presenters and sports journalists, Jim Rosenthal, joins our roll of patrons

5th July 2023

We’re delighted to have him on board. Jim features in our latest video showcasing one of our inspirational beneficiaries, Jason, and the enormous difference BWBF can make to people’s lives. During his extensive career in sport’s journalism JIM ROSENTHAL became one of the best known presenters on British television.  With a background in newspapers and…

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A tribute to Paul Easton, friend of BWBF

21st February 2023

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Paul Easton, a longstanding Board member, supporter and friend of British Wireless for the Blind Fund (BWBF). Paul sadly passed away last week at the age of 69.  Paul was a firm supporter of BWBF for more than 20 years. During that time he served…

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‘Adopt an Alexa’ trial launches

31st October 2022

British Wireless for the Blind Fund (BWBF) is looking for people in North-East England to ‘adopt an Alexa’. The charity calling for volunteers as part of a trial exploring the benefits of smart speakers for people with sight loss.  People taking part in the trial will receive a free Alexa. The charity will then monitor…

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Smart speakers designed for sight loss

24th October 2022

British Wireless for the Blind Fund (BWBF) is teaming up with Glasgow Caledonian University to support research into accessible smart speakers for people with sight loss.   BWBF provides specially adapted radios, audio devices and apps for people living with sight loss. The charity is supporting a new PhD studentship exploring challenges people with sight loss…

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Accessible apps get partnership boost

17th October 2022

British Wireless for the Blind Fund (BWBF) is working with CGI, one of the largest IT and business consulting firms in the world, to identify new solutions to improve the charity’s range of accessible smartphone apps. CGI, which is supporting BWBF on a pro-bono basis, is focusing on developing a user-friendly sign-on mechanism for app…

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Mourning Queen Elizabeth II: A statement from our Chief Executive

19th September 2022

As the public marks the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, British Wireless for the Blind Fund (BWBF) is joining the nation in taking pause to reflect and pay tribute to our late Queen. A statement from our Chief Executive, Margaret Grainger: “British Wireless for the Blind Fund (BWBF) today joins the nation in mourning the…

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British Wireless for the Blind has contributed to a major new summer exhibition, Switched On, at Bradford’s National Science and Media Museum

2nd August 2022

 A major new summer exhibition, Switched On, opened on 23 July at Bradford’s National Science and Media Museum Switched On will take visitors on a journey through the last century of broadcasting, discovering the pioneers who spearheaded the industry and the broadcasting innovations that have reflected and changed everyday life Free tickets can be booked now via…

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