| A new high tech system called “React” is being launched in Newbury today. Speakers placed at strategic points around the town will “react” when activated by a trigger module carried by a visually impaired person passing close to it.
The speakers have been installed at many locations, including West Berkshire Council offices in Market Street, the library, Kennet Shopping and the Corn Exchange.
Local resident Alison Clarke has been the driving force behind the council-backed scheme.
She said: "The support of the community and businesses in the district has been overwhelming.
"React is a superb facility which will enable visually impaired people to get around the town safely, independently and with increased confidence."
The scheme is set to be extended to other locations around the town. | 
