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Inside this edition, set yourself a challenge in 2024, plus find out about our brand new lottery.

• Look Forward
• Audio
• Written

Since the publication of this newsletter our founder and honorary president Lynda Cantor MBE has passed away. We are all deeply saddened by this news.

• Look Forward
• Audio
• Written

In this article, we hear Colin's story and the reasons why he has hope for the future.

• News

If stunning views, inspiring history and graffiti murals are your thing, then this is the race for you in 2026. With a flat course and thousands of runners taking to the streets, it's a fantastic event to be a part of.

• Running
• United Kingdom

Fancy fundraising for Retina UK? Here’s a few pointers to help get you started.

With a city centre start and finish, this race is a celebration of everything that makes Glasgow truly great - urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and, of course, welcoming people! Sign up today and run for Retina UK.

• Running
• Scotland

This edition marks the start of the charity's 50th anniversary year. It includes lots of ways to get involved over the next 12 months along with details of our Annual and Professionals' Conferences in September.

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• Audio
• Written

We’re all still buzzing from our recent conferences. We do hope you enjoyed them as much as we did. If you weren’t able to join us, then you can watch or listen to the recordings on our website.

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Researchers who received funding from Retina UK have carried out experimental gene therapy that is reported to have led to ‘life changing improvements’ to sight for four children with inherited sight loss.

• News
• Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA)

During our 50th anniversary year, Retina UK was the focus of a BBC Lifeline Appeal on Sunday 16 November 2025.