Deaf/Hard of Hearing

We are committed to try and help make services more accessible to deaf people.

We can arrange for BSL interpreters (in advance) to attend any appointment with you. If you need this, please let us know.

999BSL App

999BSL is a free emergency video relay service for deaf people, available for download on iOS and Android

It connects deaf BSL users to a remote interpreter who will relay their conversation with emergency services like police, ambulance, fire, and coastguard. 

Download the app or visit the website, press the call button, and an interpreter will connect to help you in an emergency

The deaf health charity SignHealth

SignHealth is a deaf charity that can offer help and support. It also has a health video library which is the largest collection of health information in BSL, covering topics from cancer and depression, to types of abuse and how to perform first aid.

Relay UK

Relay UK helps people with hearing and speech difficulties to communicate with anyone over the phone, using the national relay service. Operated by BT.