What is dyslexia? Dyslexia is a learning difficulty that primarily affects people’s reading, writing, and spelling ability. Common characteristics include reading and writing slowly, confusing the order of letters, and poor spelling. Signs often present themselves when a child starts school and these symptoms persist throughout life.  However, the severity of symptoms can vary between...Continue Reading

British Sign Language: It’s Time to Support Efforts to Make Society More Inclusive for Deaf People What is British Sign Language? Sign language is a visual form of communication through gestures, facial expressions and body language. In Britain, the most popular form of Sign Language is British Sign Language (BSL), being the preferred language of...Continue Reading

Save Energy and Cut Household Bills Energy costs remain a concern for many households. Finding simple ways to reduce energy use can help lower bills, improve comfort and reduce environmental impact at the same time. Saving energy does not always require major changes. Small adjustments to heating, insulation, lighting and everyday habits can make a...Continue Reading

VEE-GUN-ARY? VEE-JAN-UARY? VEE-GAN-UARY! When January rolls around, our thoughts often turn to New Year resolutions and what positive changes we can make to our lives over the next 12 months. Veganuary is an annual campaign that encourages people worldwide to try veganism throughout January and beyond. The Vegan Society, the oldest vegan organisation in the...Continue Reading

Give to local charity – Sharing our cause – the extraordinary effects of radical kindness Imagine a society where kindness is core. Kindness is the key to recognising others and ourselves, as worthy of love and understanding. With practice, we learn to see with our hearts and act from a place of compassion. By practicing...Continue Reading