999 BSL – What you need to know about the new service
The 999 BSL Emergency Video Relay Service is provided by Sign Language Interactions This information an more is available at https://999bsl.co.uk/resources/
Category: In the News
SignHealth awarded ground-breaking NHS England contract to improve Deaf people’s access to mental health support
Breakthrough in access to therapy in BSL for Deaf people experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, or other common mental health concerns.
Five years on and no change, Deaf people still shut out of NHS services
New report reveals poor access to NHS services and sets out urgent steps required to meet the communication needs of Deaf and other disabled people.
SignHealth Chief Executive, James Watson-O’Neill, receives OBE award for services to Deaf people
James has been recognised in the 2022 New Year Honours. This is the second OBE awarded to someone from SignHealth.
Rosie Cooper, MP, meets with Deaf sector representatives to discuss a British Sign Language Bill
The next step in the campaign towards a BSL Act Now!
NHS releases recommendations from its review of BSL Commissioning Arrangements
SignHealth’s response to the “Rapid” Review of BSL provisions and the recommedations suggested to improve access for Deaf people in health settings
Deaf charities welcome life-saving decision to make 999 accessible in BSL
Ofcom has said that telecoms providers will be compelled to offer their customers free 24/7 access to 999 services.
New emergency video relay service for sign language users
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
Jackie Driver, Chair of SignHealth’s Board of Trustees, receives OBE award
This honour is a well-deserved recognition for Jackie’s tireless commitment in the fight for equality.
