Braillecast

RNIB, which operates one of Europe’s largest braille lending libraries, has recently announced changes to the way books will be produced from April 2021. Since the announcement, there has naturally been much discussion about what these changes will mean for braille readers in the UK and around the world. The Braillists Foundation and colleagues from RNIB explored these changes and answered questions from the public on Tuesday 23 March. RNIB Braille Library - important update Dear RNIB Braille Library Customer, I am writing to let you know that from April 2021, RNIB’s Braille Library will be upgraded to offer Braille Library books on demand, a new personalised braille reading service designed to substantially increase access to hardcopy braille books for readers across the UK. While you do not need to take any action to benefit from the new service, I want to share some of the changes you will notice in the coming months. You will begin receiving freshly produced pristine Braille Library books that are recycla