Welcome to Sky Accessibility
Helping Sky customers with disabilities to get the most out of our services.
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Sky TV Help
Subtitles
Subtitles are the written representation of the dialogue and sound effects, making it possible for deaf and hard of hearing people to enjoy programmes on Sky TV.
Audio description
Audio description is an additional commentary that describes the action taking place, making it possible for blind and partially sighted people to enjoy programmes on Sky TV.
Remote control
The Sky+ easy grip remote control has all the features of the regular Sky remote control, but it's designed specifically for people with reduced dexterity, and for blind and partially sighted people.
There are also overviews of accessibility features such as Sky Talker, Sign Language & Alternative Formats.
Computer help
Making things bigger
Many computer programs allow you to increase the size of things on screen, including websites, documents and even your mouse pointer.
Changing colours and fonts
Changing colours and fonts can make things easier to read. You can change them for web pages, or for your whole computer.
Voice recognition
Voice recognition makes it possible to talk to your computer. You can open programmes, dictate text, and carry out many other tasks using your voice.
There are more ways to get the most from your computer, including speech output, mouse and keyboard adjustments and help with spell checking and typing.
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Latest News
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Sky and Audio Description.
21st May 2013The RNIB have commended broadcasters on their commitment to adding Audio Description to programmes. Find out what Sky had to say in our News Items
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Glasgow next stop for BSL Zone Showcase
20th May 2013The BSL Zone Showcase will be visiting Scotland for the first time in June when it puts on its next event in Glasgow.
The showcase will be on in the Scottish Youth Theatre's venue, the Old Sheriff Court, in central Glasgow.
There will be a Scottish flavour to the films on show and, as with previous showcases, there will question and answer sessions with filmmakers and actors.
Upcoming Events
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