Accessibility

Our Commitment

We are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Compliance Status

This website aims to conform to Level AA of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities.

Measurement Approach

We assess our website’s accessibility using:

  • Automated testing with industry-standard tools
  • Manual testing with keyboard navigation and screen readers

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, some limitations may exist:

  • Third-party content (external links, embedded content) may not fully conform
  • Complex data visualizations may have alternative formats available

Reporting Accessibility Issues

If you encounter accessibility barriers on this site, please contact [email protected].

Technical Accessibility

Screen Readers

This website is compatible with modern screen readers:

  • NVDA (Windows)
  • JAWS (Windows)
  • VoiceOver (Mac)
  • TalkBack (Android)
  • Narrator (Windows)

Keyboard Navigation

All interactive elements can be accessed using:

  • Tab to move between elements
  • Enter/Space to activate buttons/links
  • Escape to close modals/menus
  • Arrow keys for navigation within components

Text Size & Zoom

You can adjust text size using your browser’s zoom controls:

  • Windows/Linux: Ctrl + +/- (zoom in/out), Ctrl + 0 (reset)
  • Mac: Cmd + +/- (zoom in/out), Cmd + 0 (reset)
  • Mobile: Pinch-to-zoom gesture
  • Browser menu: View → Zoom

Colour & Contrast

  • High contrast mode supported
  • Text contrast ratio meets WCAG AA standards (4.5:1 minimum)
  • No reliance on colour alone to convey information

External Resources

For additional accessibility support:

General Accessibility Help:

Screen Reader Support:

Legal Framework

This accessibility statement meets the requirements of:

  • Equality Act 2010 (UK)
  • Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations 2018
  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards

Feedback & Continuous Improvement

We welcome feedback on our accessibility. Your comments help us identify areas for improvement and ensure our digital services are accessible to everyone.