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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The new academic term is under way. If you’re a parent or carer of a blind or partially sighted student, our Education Advice Service has resources to help you understand support in education. Questions? Contact educationadvice@pocklington.org.uk Guides: tinyurl.com/rjw69xvf

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

As Catch the Bus Month draws to a close, we’re sharing what bus drivers think of First Bus’ Every Journey Matters course. We contributed lived experience expertise of sight loss to the course, helping reflect the needs of blind and partially sighted passengers. More: tinyurl.com/bznfpu7a

Graphic from Thomas Pocklington Trust featuring a testimonial quote: “A truly engaging, productive, interactive and satisfying course with vital results for our job in hand and our industry. Thank you!” Attribution: Nigel, bus driver from Norwich.

Graphic from Thomas Pocklington Trust featuring a testimonial quote: “Probably the best CPC course I have done content wise.” Attribution: Tom, bus driver from Norwich.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Self-care includes looking after your eyes. 👀 AMD can affect central vision and is a leading cause of irreversible sight loss in the UK. Regular eye tests and healthy living can help protect your eye health. This #SelfCareFrEyeDay, pay attention to your vision. #NEHW #EyeWeek

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Have you discovered Through Our Eyes? 🎧 Created by blind and partially sighted students, the podcast shares real experiences of education, university and student life, with advice on choosing a university, open days and DSA. Explore the series: tinyurl.com/yhpufvmc

A group of seven Student Voices volunteers stand together indoors, including Oli, a former TPT intern. The group is smiling and facing the camera.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Every journey should be accessible. We’re proud to have contributed our vision impairment expertise and lived experience to First Bus’s ‘Every Journey Matters’ Driver CPC course, now an award winner. 🏆 Find out more about Every Journey Matters: tinyurl.com/bznfpu7a #CTBM26

Graphic from Thomas Pocklington Trust featuring a testimonial quote: “We’re grateful to TPT for sharing expertise and lived experience, helping our drivers support blind and partially sighted passengers every day.” Attribution: Hansi Jackson, Head of Learning and Development, First Bus.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

National Eye Health Week starts today and runs until 27 September. We’re throwing it back to 2022, when Nicki shared how a routine eye test detected inflammation despite having no symptoms. Read her story and look out for more from us this week: tinyurl.com/4t4vf4wf #EyeWeek #VisionMatters

Nicki, Sight Loss Councils Communications Officer, is pictured in a close-up outdoor shot, wearing black sunglasses and a white scarf. Her head is tilted back as she looks upwards with a subtle smile. A child in a brown hat, navy scarf and beige coat leans over Nicki’s shoulder from behind, looking down towards her and reaching towards her sunglasses.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

See and Stop. Speak and Support. As Catch the Bus Month continues, we’re highlighting how our driver training can transform bus journeys for blind and partially sighted passengers. Co-created with Sight Loss Councils, Guide Dogs and our partners. Read More: tinyurl.com/3he5za3y

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Last call for blind and partially sighted people to have their say. Our survey is closing soon and your views will help shape where we focus our influencing and campaigning work. Please spare 10 minutes to complete it: pocklington.tfaforms.net/5069087

Kelly, SLC Engagement Manager for North West England, sits at a table speaking with an older man wearing glasses and a dark jacket at Oldham Blind Vets. Other people are seated nearby, with refreshments and cups on the table and a kitchenette area visible in the background.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

The countdown is on: just three days left to apply for a Get Set Progress internship with Visibility Scotland. Gain valuable experience, support other blind and partially sighted people and receive accredited digital skills training. Apply by 18 September, 5pm: tinyurl.com/yc3dphw2

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Your LinkedIn profile deserves some attention. Only a few days left to register for our Let’s Talk Jobs webinar on 14 September, 2–3pm. Get practical tips from our Employment team on building a stronger profile and making LinkedIn work harder for you. Register: tinyurl.com/y4h654hx

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

A new Get Set Progress internship is open with Visibility Scotland in Glasgow. As a Digital Skills and Employment Advisor Intern, you’ll support blind and partially sighted people while gaining valuable experience and accredited training. Apply by 18 September, 5pm: tinyurl.com/yc3dphw2

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Robo-taxis have arrived in London, and we took one for a ride. Last Wednesday, our staff and Sight Loss Council volunteers joined Wayve to experience its self-driving technology and share views on making journeys safer and more accessible. Scroll through the photos to see the action.

TPT Chief Executive Officer Charles Colquhoun stands at the front of a meeting room presenting beside a large screen displaying the title “Bringing self-driving technology to the UK.” Audience members are seated facing the presentation, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a cityscape.

TPT staff and SLC volunteers sit in an office and meeting space, watching a presentation taking place off-camera.

TPT staff and SLC volunteers standing on a city street beside a silver Wayve autonomous test vehicle parked outside a modern office building. The vehicle’s branding is visible on the side, with the group lined up along the pavement.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

One week to go. Only a few places remain for our Tech Friday on 11 September, 11am–1pm. Try Mavis smart glasses and catch up on the latest Meta glasses features, including Oorion and Be My Eyes. Ask questions and share your views. Register: tinyurl.com/yuvkyps5

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Make your LinkedIn profile work harder. Join our next Let’s Talk Jobs webinar on 14 September, 2–3pm, for practical tips on building a stronger LinkedIn profile for blind and partially sighted job seekers and professionals. Register: tinyurl.com/y4h654hx

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

September is Catch The Bus Month. Throughout the month, we’ll highlight TPT’s work to make bus travel more accessible for blind and partially sighted passengers. To kick things off, here’s a myth-busting fact about buses from Bus Users UK #CTBM26 #MDYB26

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

The summer bank holiday is almost here! We hope you have a brilliant long weekend, however you choose to spend it. Take some time to relax, enjoy yourself and make the most of the extra day. Our office and services will be closed on Monday 31 August and reopen at 9am on Tuesday 1 September.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Why is TPT expanding its Education Advice Service? Nicole Bassett, our Education Advice Service Manager, discusses the expansion on RNIB Connect Radio, supporting children starting primary school. Listen: tinyurl.com/bdfpytpe #InclusiveEducation

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Two days left to apply for two Get Set Progress internships closing this Friday 28 August! Marketing Executive Intern and Customer Support Intern. Looking to get your foot on the career ladder or return to work after sight loss? Don’t miss out:https://www.pocklington.org.uk/about-us/workattpt/

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

We want to hear from as many blind and partially sighted people as possible. Take 10 mins to complete our Listening Month survey and help shape where we focus our campaigning and influencing work. Have your say before it closes on 31 August: bit.ly/4v2MRaU

: Members of Greater Manchester Sight Loss Council and Oldham Blind Veterans sit around joined tables during a Listening Month discussion in a community venue. Hot drinks, notebooks and mobility aids are visible as participants share their experiences.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Join us at Tech Friday on 11 September, 11am–1pm, to explore smart glasses from Mavis Technology, plus the latest Meta glasses features including Oorion and Be My Eyes. Try the tech, ask questions and share your views. Register your place:https://tinyurl.com/yuvkyps5

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

From this Monday, our Education Information, Advice and Guidance Service is expanding to support blind and partially sighted children entering primary school. Parents, carers and professionals can contact our Education Advisers with questions or for support via educationadvice@pocklington.org.uk

Three schoolgirls sit together happily on a bench in a school playground. A cane can be seen next to one of the girls. The Thomas Pocklington Trust and Guide Dogs logos appear above the headline: “Latest News". Text below this reads "Thomas Pocklington Trust and Guide Dogs Expand Student Support Services to Include Children Entering Primary School.”

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Got your GCSE results and wondering what comes next?. If you’re considering college, sixth form or an apprenticeship, our Education Advice Service can help blind and partially sighted students explore their post-16 options and get the support they need.. Find out more: f.mtr.cool/miwcjozrum

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

This World Photography Day, we’re celebrating blind and partially sighted people taking and enjoying photography, while highlighting how we can all make images more accessible. Remember to Add alt text to your images, as it helps screen reader users engage with photos. Happy World Photography Day!

David Parfitt, SLC Coordinator for North West England, stands with a backpack on his back, on sand dunes at Formby Beach. He holds up a smartphone to take a photo of the sea. Grassy dunes line the right side of the image.

Merseyside SLC members, Naomi and James, during the Through Our Eyes project. They stand outside a Southport seafront restaurant, with Naomi taking a photo on a smartphone. James stands next to her, looking on, and holds a long cane.

Nicki Guy, Communications Officer for Sight Loss Councils is photographed on a cobbled street in France, holding a camera up and taking a photo.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

From today, we’re expanding our Education Advice Service, in partnership with Guide Dogs, to support blind and partially sighted children entering primary school. So far, we’ve supported 650+ children and young people, plus parents, carers and professionals. tinyurl.com/3zhppu2w

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Sight Support Internship in Fife: applications close 20 August. Are you blind or partially sighted and based in Scotland? Seescape is offering a paid internship through Get Set Progress, delivered with TPT and RNIB. Build skills, confidence and experience. Apply now: tinyurl.com/4p9etune

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Blind or partially sighted and getting A Level results today? Take a breath, you’re not alone. Our Education Advice Service can help you make sense of your next steps. Check here: tinyurl.com/48x7e48j

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

An overgrown hedge might be a small inconvenience for some, but for blind and partially sighted people it can mean blocked pavements, loss of confidence, or having to step into the road. Help keep pavements clear this summer with our #CutItBack campaign. www.sightlosscouncils.org.uk/CutItBack

Kelly, SLC Engagement Manager for the North West, stands on a pavement beside a black metal fence with tree branches hanging over the side, she is using her red cane in one hand while reaching up with the other to touch low-hanging branches. Kelly is wearing a red patterned dress, white trainers and a smartwatch.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Last chance to apply! Applications for the General Optical Council’s paid Administrator Internship close tonight at 11:59pm. Part of our 9-month Get Set Progress Internship, it’s a great opportunity to build skills and start your career. Apply: tinyurl.com/2w98vf3c

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Don’t miss the final Cobbling Words Together workshop with Sarah Cobb. Join us on Wednesday 12 August, 6-7pm, for an engaging online session exploring publishing and screenwriting. Register today and round off the series with us: tinyurl.com/yvyt2vnt

Sarah at the culmination of her university studies. She stands outside a stone building smiling happily, wearing a university gown and hat while holding a bunch of orange flowers.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

More time to apply! The deadline for our GSPProgramme Information Editor Internship with Channel 4 has been extended to Friday 14 August. Blind and partially sighted? Check out the role and apply today before the new deadline: tinyurl.com/2s47nz6s

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Thinking about applying for DSA? Hear from blind and partially sighted students and our Education team as they answer questions and break down the application process step by step. Listen now: tinyurl.com/4xhfpwat

Khadija, Faith, Zehra, Chloe and Aaron recording an episode of the Through Our Eyes podcast around a table with a microphone, laptops and drinks.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Accessibility doesn’t begin when you board the bus. It starts the moment you leave home. If you’re blind or partially sighted, tell us what matters most to you through our Listening Month survey. Your feedback will help shape our campaigns and future work. pocklington.tfaforms.net/5069087

Visually impaired man navigating his way along the pavement using his white mobility cane. The man is wearing dark sunglasses, a hat, a navy coat, grey trousers, a scarf and mustard-coloured boots. There are trees and bushes surrounding where he walks.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Driverless cars are coming. Will they work for everyone? Join us and Waymo on 10 August to explore what self-driving vehicles could mean for blind and partially sighted people, hear the latest updates, and ask your questions. Places are limited: tinyurl.com/32fscnep

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Applications are closing fast for these GSP internships. Tomorrow (5 August) is your last chance to apply for 2 Customer Service Intern roles with Mavis Technologies.https://jobs.mavistech.uk/ The Channel 4 Programme Information Editor role closes 7 August. Apply now: tinyurl.com/2s47nz6s

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Press play on Episode 6! Applying for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)? In our latest Through Our Eyes podcast, blind and partially sighted students share their experiences, while our Education team breaks down the DSA application process step by step. Listen now: tinyurl.com/4xhfpwat

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

It’s Friday, and time is running out. Applications for two #GetSetProgress internships with MyVision Oxfordshire close at 11.59pm tonight. If you’re blind or partially sighted and looking for paid workplace experience, don’t miss out. Apply now: tinyurl.com/3xhuxtbs

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Listening matters because your experiences shape our work. If you’re blind or partially sighted, take 10 minutes to tell us what’s working, what’s not, and what you’d like us to focus on. Your feedback will help shape our future campaigning: pocklington.tfaforms.net/5069087

Dave, Engagement Manager for South East Sight Loss Council, stands at the front of a community room speaking into a microphone to a group of 12 members of the Dorking Macular Society, which are sitting on red chairs around a long table. The attendees are listening attentively, with drinks, cakes and information leaflets laid out on a bright yellow tablecloth. The room is warmly lit with string lights across the ceiling.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Looking for an inspiring way to spend your evening? Join us tonight, 6-8pm, for our Cobbling Words Together workshop, where Sarah from our Employment team will explore writing for the stage and radio. Everyone’s welcome. Register now and join us on Microsoft Teams: tinyurl.com/4hvur8rp

Sarah is smiling while seated inside a white Ferris wheel. She has shoulder-length brown hair and is wearing a black top with a yellow lanyard around her neck. She is surrounded by large glass windows, with views of greenery, buildings and a cloudy sky in the background.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Three #GetSetProgress internships close this week. Apply by 11.59pm today (28 Jul): ABM Business Support Executive (Manchester): www.pocklington.org.uk/about-us/wor… By 31 Jul: 2 MyVision Oxfordshire roles: tinyurl.com/3xhuxtbs

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Self-driving cars are coming to London. What could that mean for blind and partially sighted people? Join us and Waymo on 10 August for the latest updates, ask your questions, and explore a Waymo vehicle. Places are limited. Register: tinyurl.com/32fscnep

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

We're thrilled that our partnership with @GuideDogs has been shortlisted for a #ThirdSectorAwards. Our Education Advice Service supports blind and partially sighted children and young people to thrive in education. Fingers crossed for September! Learn more: tinyurl.com/ycbkbvws

: Pastel gradient background fading from teal on the left to pink on the right. Large white text in the centre reads “SHORTLISTED 2026.” Smaller white text in the top right reads “Third Sector Awards – Headline Sponsor ansvar.”

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Before you hit submit on your DSA application, listen to this. Faith and Zehra share their first-hand experiences of applying for Disabled Students’ Allowance, plus practical advice to help you apply with confidence. tinyurl.com/3yehm56s

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Don’t miss your chance to apply. Many of our 2026-27 #GetSetProgress internships have already closed, and more deadlines are approaching. New roles with Channel 4 in Leeds and remote opportunities with Transport for All. View vacancies and apply: www.pocklington.org.uk/about-us/wor…

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Last chance to register for our free Tech Friday this Friday, 24 July (11am–1pm). Discover the accessible IKONN System with hands-on demos of talking scales, thermometers, tape measures and more, plus one-to-one advice from our technology experts. Book now

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

“The people best placed to shape a more inclusive future are those living it every day.” “Lived experience must guide change, young people know the barriers they face.” – Maymunah Bashir Read Maymunah’s article on how CFVI can help break down barriers: tinyurl.com/46fbvwwp

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

If you're considering applying for the 2026-27 Get Set Progress internship, Aleks' story is well worth a read. From imposter syndrome to growing in confidence, making friends and developing new skills, it's an honest account of the journey. Read it here: tinyurl.com/5n9ajbx5

: Aleks, a light-skinned man wearing a green beanie, maroon puffer jacket, brown cargo trousers and dark trainers, stands on a suburban pavement with a golden-brown Labrador guide dog in front of him. Both wear bright yellow high-visibility Guide Dogs gear, and they face the camera on a residential street with grass on one side and a long brick wall on the other under an overcast sky.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Everyday measuring tasks shouldn’t be a challenge. Join our free Tech Friday on 24 July (11am–1pm) at the Pocklington Hub to explore the accessible IKONN System, with hands-on demos and expert advice. Register now: tinyurl.com/y4b339v3

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Our Cobbling Words Together workshop starts today at 6pm, and there’s still time to join us. Discover feature writing and memoir through practical, friendly activities. No experience needed. Register now before it’s too late: tinyurl.com/8w5cvvrs #CreativeWriting

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Supporting a blind or partially sighted young person heading to university? Our latest podcast explores Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA), with practical advice and first-hand experiences from two students. Listen and share: tinyurl.com/3yehm56s

Faith and Zehra recording an episode of the Through Our Eyes podcast around a table with a microphone and laptop displaying the audio recording.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

170 applications. 170 rejections. But application #171 changed everything. Laura’s Get Set Progress internship led to new skills, confidence and a permanent job. Hear her story on RNIB Connect Radio and why the right opportunity can make all the difference: tinyurl.com/y89as5p8

Image of Laura smiling, wearing a black headscarf and a long-sleeved dress with a pink floral print. She stands against a plain white wall with her hands joined together in front of her.

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