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Rugby's Ben Cohen launches search for young deaf talent
Rugby World Cup winner Ben Cohen asks the UK's deaf young people to showcase their performing arts.

New data shows drop in deaf children’s attainment
The results gap between deaf and hearing children has widened, Government data shows.

Deaf children facing specialist support crisis
The system for supporting England’s 45,000 deaf children is in complete disarray, new research shows.

Landmark report is a damning indictment of SEN services
A new Ofsted report paints a damning picture of services for children and young people with SEND.

Big impact for deaf toddlers from radio aids technology
Research shows radio aids can have a significant impact on hearing and communication for deaf children.

New global strategy to ensure no deaf child is left behind
The National Deaf Children’s Society has launched a bold new strategy for 2017-2022, Overcoming Barriers.

Ofcom reassures millions who rely on hearing technology
Ofcom has published a report on how its upcoming auction of radio frequencies could impact deaf people.

Young people want sign language lessons at school
97% of young people think British Sign Language (BSL) should be taught in schools, according to a new report.

Bake Off stars help raise dough for deaf children
GBBO contestants have donated recipes in support of our Big Cake Bake to celebrate Deaf Awareness Week.