Clear Signals

Our new report highlights how public transport in the UK is not accessible for many deaf people and people with hearing loss.

We are RNID

We are the national charity supporting more than 18 million people in the UK who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus.

More about us and our work

Hearing loss affects 1 in 3 adults.

Hearing loss affects 1 in 3 adults.

Information and support

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Deaf awareness

Learn how to communicate accessibly and advocate for everyone to be included.

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Hearing loss

The different types of hearing loss, how to get your hearing tested and what can help you hear better.

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Tinnitus

Information about tinnitus, what to do if you have it and the therapies available.

Technology

Assistive devices that can help you communicate, enjoy entertainment and stay independent.

Local services

We provide information and support in communities across the UK.

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Benefits

Benefits and financial support available to those who are deaf or have hearing loss.

Deaf awareness

Learn how to communicate accessibly and advocate for everyone to be included.

Hearing loss

The different types of hearing loss, how to get your hearing tested and what can help you hear better.

Tinnitus

Information about tinnitus, what to do if you have it and the therapies available.

Technology

Assistive devices that can help you communicate, enjoy entertainment and stay independent.

Local services

We provide information and support in communities across the UK.

Benefits

Benefits and financial support available to those who are deaf or have hearing loss.

Make a difference

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Fundraise for RNID

Join team RNID for a challenge or running event and raise vital funds for people who are deaf, have hearing loss, or tinnitus.

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Volunteer with us

Help us make life fully inclusive for the communities we support.

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Join our campaign

Still ignored: join our fight for accessible healthcare that leaves no one behind.

Stories from our community

RNID storyteller, Mel, stands in front of a brick wall and holds an RNID members Magazine.

I lost my hearing but found a community

From navigating hearing loss and discovering the benefits of hearing aids to finding support through RNID membership, retired GP Mel shares her story.

RNID storyteller, Dougie, wears a pink t-shirt and stands in front of a brick wall with his arms folded.

Share your story with us

Personal stories are the most powerful way to show why our mission is so important. Can you help by sharing yours with us today?

I lost my hearing but found a community

From navigating hearing loss and discovering the benefits of hearing aids to finding support through RNID membership, retired GP Mel shares her story.

Share your story with us

Personal stories are the most powerful way to show why our mission is so important. Can you help by sharing yours with us today?

Latest news

Storyteller Emily, stands on a station platform

Clear Signals report reveals public transport inaccessible to millions of deaf people

22 September 2026

Living with hearing loss and dementia: lived experience and research

21 September 2026

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Ready, set, sign! Learn Great British Bake Off BSL signs

18 September 2026

Our research

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Driving breakthroughs in hearing research

We fund groundbreaking research projects focused on preventing hearing loss, restoring hearing and silencing tinnitus - bringing us closer to life‑changing new treatments.

Explore our research