News and media

Find out more about 121 Captions in the media. Discover the events we have sent our lipreaders to, the conferences we have captioned, and the difference we have made to our clients by providing realtime captioning services at their events.

Shaping Tomorrow is the first deaf-led video podcast of its kind, it promises to shape the future of digital media.

First Deaf-led video podcast launched this week

Shaping Tomorrow is the first deaf-led video podcast of its kind, it promises to shape the future of digital media.

Celine Dion celebrates inclusivity of deaf fans

Celine Dion celebrates inclusivity of deaf fans

Celine Dion has released 20 music videos in American Sign Language (ASL) on her YouTube channel. Read more about it here:

Suzanna Hext uses cochlar implant to hear crowds at the Paralympics

Deaf athlete Suzanna Hext set to hear Paralympic crowds for the first time

Deaf world champion swimmer Suzanna Hext is eagerly anticipating a new experience at the Paris Paralympics; hearing the roar of the crowds for the very first time.

A New App Supporting Parents of Deaf Children

Introducing “My NDCS”: A new App supporting parents of Deaf children

The National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS) has launched a new mobile app, My NDCS which aims to provide parents and carers with personalised support and resources tailored to their child’s specific needs.

Tina and Bailey

The Irish Times interviews Tina

Tina is in the news again, this time being interviewed by the Irish Times about 121 Captions and her journey to where she is today.

Tina’s back in the news again!

121 Captions founder Tina Lannin was once again back in the news this week, this time winning a prestigious award right here in Northern Ireland.

Menopausal support for Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Empowering Deaf women through accessible menopause support

BID Services has aimed to enhance awareness and understanding of menopause symptoms and treatments within the Deaf community.

Tina Lannin - lipreader

Meet Tina Lannin, the woman using her lip-reading skills to tackle crime

This Groomsport woman is an extraordinary entrepreneur who turned a necessity into a global enterprise with her company 121 Captions.

Access to work for Deaf individuals

How Access to Work empowers deaf individuals in the workplace

Access to Work is a vital programme that provides deaf individuals with the support they need to succeed in their careers. Read more here:

RNID research

New RNID research reveals widespread ignorance towards deaf people

The Royal National Institute for Deaf People released startling new research highlighting the social challenges faced by the deaf community in the UK.