The Manx Blind Welfare Society has drawn up a wish list for the new year.
On Bob Harrison's "Supplement" Show today Margaret Brown urged anybody with concerns about their sight to take advantage of the free, annual eye tests offered in the Island.
She said many potentially serious conditions could be picked up early by regular checkups.
And she suggested ways in which people in public service could help the visually impaired:
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