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Deaf News: NDCS says audiology services are failing deaf children in England

September 29, 2014

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The shocking state of England’s children’s audiology services is revealed in a report published today. 1000 parents were consulted for […]

Julie Platts: How the BDA’s Terry Riley helped support links between Deaf people and the police in Leicestershire

September 26, 2014

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I am just writing to thank Terry Riley OBE (representing the British Deaf Association) for coming to our hometown of […]

The Question: Is the much-used statistic ’10 million deaf people’ helpful?

September 26, 2014

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An often quoted statistic about deafness and hearing loss in the UK is that there are ten million people who […]

Lesley Weatherson: Find out all about Lipspeaking with Signed Support (LSS)

September 25, 2014

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I’m deaf. I lip read and I find some signs help me. Can you help? A regular request for lipspeakers […]

Join STAGETEXT tomorrow night for a global watch-a-long of Much Ado About Nothing, with captions!

September 24, 2014

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Our Supporter STAGETEXT recently linked up with Digital Theatre so that deaf people can watch six acclaimed plays online with […]

Deaf News: Deaf man shot dead in front of family by sheriffs in America

September 24, 2014

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A man who was allegedly deaf since childhood has been shot dead by a sheriff’s deputy in Daytona Beach, USA. […]

Deaf News: Deaf musician James Holt chosen by superstar producer Brian Eno for arts festival

September 24, 2014

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James Holt, a deaf singer/songwriter from Bolton, has been chosen by Brian Eno as one of his Curators Choice for […]

Can you help with a study of Deaf and disabled children’s experiences of Child Protection Services?

September 23, 2014

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Three UK universities are undertaking an NSPCC funded research study called “Talking about Child Protection,” and they need your help. […]

UKCOD’s Jim Edwards explains their aim to find a ‘common purpose’ for deaf organisations

September 23, 2014

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The Chairman of UKCOD, the umbrella body for deaf organisations in the UK has said that a lack of progress […]

“Deaf people are at risk of losing their rich cultural heritage.” Meet Deaf visual artist Christopher Sacre

September 22, 2014

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Tell me about your art – how long have you been an artist?  I have been a full time Visual […]