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VAT exemptions explained

Posted 19/05/25 | Advice

Most of the time VAT is straightforward – a product or service either has VAT added (standard-rated), such as ice cream, air fryers, and TVs, or th...

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Helping you get exam-ready

Posted 14/05/25 | Advice

The sun is out, the sky is blue … it can only mean sports halls across the country are packed with stressed teenagers sitting exams. We can’t do an...

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Get ready for Global Accessibility Awareness Day

Posted 13/05/25 | Advice

Thursday (15 May) is the 14th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), which aims to get everyone thinking and learning about digital access and ...

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Meet our half-term heroes

Meet our half-term heroes

Posted 30/04/25 | Advice

Whether half-term is a staycation or chance to get away, we have plenty of suggestions for keeping children occupied at home or on the move. The Br...

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Make laundry day a breeze

Posted 30/04/25 | Advice

Banish the wash day blues with our tips for doing the laundry with visual impairment... 1. Washing machines If you’re in the market for a new wash...

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How do I garden with sight loss?

Posted 23/04/25 | Advice

The long, cold, dark of winter is finally behind us and for those with green fingers the new growing season is here. If you’re new to gardening or ...

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Time to fire up the barbie!

Posted 28/04/25 | Advice

Fickle British weather allowing, barbecue season is nearly here. Here are our top five product recommendations for barbecuing with a visual impairm...

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How can I keep reading?

Posted 07/04/25 | Advice

If you have some vision but you struggle to read regular print, large or giant print may be for you. For information on where you can borrow these ...

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Six ways to adapt your kitchen

Six ways to adapt your kitchen

Posted 19/03/25 | Advice

Whether you’re adapting to sight loss, or starting to find your way around cooking for yourself, there’s plenty of ways you can adapt your kitchen ...

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