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Press Office
Below are the latest press releases from Royal Blind. If you need any further information or have a media enquiry please telephone Helen Forrest, Marketing and Fundraising Manager on 0131 229 1456 or email helen.forrest@royalblind.org.
HEROIC soldier, Ben Shaw, who was blinded while on dutyis gearing up for the weekend of his life - driving a Ferrari 360 Modena and then getting married.
We need Great Scottish Walkers
We are looking for volunteers to walk for us at The Great Scottish Walk. You can walk the Golden Mile, 6 miles or 12 miles
Our new President officially opens the new multi-million pound residential development and sensory garden at The Royal Blind School.
We need volunteer collectors to help us with door to door collections. A few hours for a house to house collection will make a big difference to us.
Elderly residents from Braeside House gathered together to celebrate the commencement of work on their Sensory Garden.
Edinburgh bike racer Jackie McCredie celebrated his 100th birthday in at Braeside House. Take a look at some of his birthday pictures.
Mechanic wins £7000 in 50/50 prize draw
A mechanic from East Lothian wins £7000 in our first 50/50 prize draw.
Lord and Lady Provost visit Braeside Residents
The Lord and Lady Provost delight Braeside Residents with a visit.
Braeside House honoured at national Care Awwards
Marilyn McCann and her team receive national awards.
National Australia Group appoint Scottish Braille Press
SBP producing alternative format materials for NAG group.
Pamela nominated for national charity award.
A Royal Blind School pupils is shortlisted for prestigious award.
Aidan recruited by Berwick Rugby Club
Aidan now pays on the wing for the club's Colts XV
John Lewis delight Gemma
A Royal Blind School pupil is warmly welcomed as a temporary new addition to their team.
Our new Patron HRH The Duke of Gloucester visits Royal Blind.
Find out more about his visit .
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