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Voting Information for Vision Impaired People in Norfolk

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Voting is a fundamental right. The Elections Act 2022 requires officials to make provisions for an independent and secret vote. As the May elections approach, it’s important to know your rights and options. Important Deadlines – May 2026 Register to Vote: Monday 20th April Postal Vote Application: Tuesday 21st April (by 5pm) Proxy Vote Application: […]

Magpie News – Spring 2026

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The spring 2026 edition of Magpie News has been published, featuring a round-up of our events and activities around the county as well as some of the latest Vision Norfolk news.

Travel Update – Anglia Square Norwich

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Updated: 30th March 2026 Update: As of Monday 30th March Magdalen Street and Edward Street have reopened and the busses have returned to the regular schedules. We want to make sure everyone who uses our Norwich Hub can continue to reach us safely and with as little disruption as possible while the Anglia Square redevelopment […]

Coming up Next Week – Opportunities to Learn About Accessible Technology

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20th February 2026 Coming up next week – lots of opportunities to learn about tools to access the digital world if you’re living with sight loss! Drop-in Tech Session Monday 23rd February, 10am-1pm Vision Norfolk Norwich Hub We’re delighted to be holding Technology Drop-In Sessions at our Norwich Hub. Whether you’re just getting started or […]

Anglia Square Road Closure – From 01/02/2026

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23rd January 2026 Update: Magdalen Street is set to reopen ahead of scheduled on Monday 9th March. As far as we are aware the junction of Edward Street and Magdalen Street will be remaining closed to traffic for now due to on-going demolition works and temporary bus diversions will be in place until at least […]

Become a Digital Skills Volunteer

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19th January 2026 Help change the way someone sees the digital world. We’re looking for friendly, patient volunteers to support people with vision impairment to build confidence using digital devices. Our Digital Skills Volunteers will attend drop-in sessions or 1:1 meetings and will support vision-impaired learners to use their smartphones and tablets and to make […]

Important parking and travel update – Norwich Hub (Bradbury Activity Centre)

One of the buildings in Anglia Square, Norwich. It is abandoned and there is graffiti on the walls and windows.

13th January 2026 We want to make sure everyone who uses our Norwich Hub can continue to reach us safely and with as little disruption as possible while the Anglia Square redevelopment is underway. We know changes to parking and public transport can be stressful, particularly for people living with sight loss, so we are […]