It has been five years since the Accessible Information Standard came into effect. A coalition of charities have come together to review how the Standard has impacted patient experiences and if there are gaps in implementation.
SignHealth’s response to the “Rapid” Review of BSL provisions and the recommendations suggested to improve access for Deaf people in health settings
Ofcom has said that telecoms providers will be compelled to offer their customers free 24/7 access to 999 services.
Press Release from Ofcom: 22 June 2021 From next year, British Sign Language users will be able to contact the emergency services using video relay, under new rules announced today by Ofcom. Under our existing … Continued
Know what you can expect, what your choices are, and what to do if you are struggling to get an accessible appointment.
Join us for Deaf Awareness Week 3-9 MAY 2021#DeafAwarenessWeek2021 #StrongerTogether At SignHealth we are proud to be the Deaf health charity. We hope you join us this week in celebrating deafness and in highlighting some … Continued
The NHS has not committed any further funding for April 1st onwards, effectively closing the service of BSL Health Access.
The Home Office is seeking your views to help inform the development of the government’s next Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy.
Since 1986 SignHealth has been providing services for the Deaf community and campaigning for more Deaf awareness and better access.
