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Move over, Gnasher! The Beano launches its first ever comic for visually impaired children

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The Beano has launched its first ever comic strip for visually impaired children featuring a guide dog character to raise awareness of those experiencing sight loss.

A seven-year-old boy from Sutton and his golden retriever, Chance, star in the special edition – “A Buddy For Life” – which was published on Wednesday.

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