Accessibility Statement
We are committed to creating a more accessible online experience for everyone. This accessibility statement explains our approach to supporting users with different needs and abilities, and it reflects our ongoing efforts to improve usability across the site. Our aim is to provide content and functionality that is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for as many people as possible. We are working toward WCAG 2.1 AA compliance and continue to review the site with accessibility in mind.
The site has been designed with screen-reader support in mind so that users who rely on assistive technologies can navigate content more easily. We use clear structure, meaningful headings, descriptive labels where possible, and logical reading order to help assistive tools interpret pages correctly. We also aim to ensure that text remains readable, that important information is not conveyed by colour alone, and that interactive elements are communicated in a way that can be understood without visual cues.
Accessible navigation and interaction
A key part of accessible design is keyboard navigation. Users should be able to move through the main areas of the site using a keyboard alone, including links, buttons, and form controls. We continue to review focus states, tab order, and visible indicators so that people who cannot use a mouse can still complete common tasks. Where appropriate, we also look to avoid interactions that depend on dragging, hovering, or rapid gestures that may create barriers for some users.
Our approach to accessibility
We use semantic structure to support assistive technology and to make pages easier to scan. Headings are arranged in a meaningful order, and lists are used to break down information clearly. This helps both screen-reader users and people who prefer simple, well-organised content. In addition, we try to keep language straightforward, with concise paragraphs and predictable layouts that reduce cognitive load.
Our content is reviewed to identify possible barriers such as insufficient contrast, missing text alternatives, unclear links, or inconsistent component behaviour. We recognise that accessibility is an ongoing process rather than a one-time fix. As a result, we regularly consider adjustments that can improve the experience for users who may use zoom, high contrast modes, voice input, or other assistive tools.
Support for assistive technologies
The site is intended to work with modern screen readers and common browser accessibility features. We aim to provide meaningful text for non-text content, sensible heading hierarchy, and accessible names for controls and navigation items. Where dynamic content is used, we work to keep the experience understandable and predictable. We also consider how announcements, focus movement, and form validation are handled so users are not left uncertain about what has changed.
Ongoing improvements
Accessibility is part of our broader commitment to inclusion. We continue to explore ways to make the experience more usable for people with different access needs, including those who use only a keyboard, those who depend on screen readers, and those who benefit from cleaner layouts and less visual complexity. Small design choices can make a meaningful difference, so we aim to keep improvements practical, consistent, and user-focused.
We also work to ensure that content remains understandable when viewed at larger text sizes or on smaller screens. Flexible layouts, readable typography, and clear spacing can support a more accessible area of the site without sacrificing clarity. Our goal is to reduce friction and help users complete tasks with confidence.
Contact for accessibility requests: If you encounter an accessibility barrier, need information in a different format, or would like to request an accessibility-related adjustment, please use the available contact route provided by the organisation. We do not include personal contact details here, but accessibility requests are welcomed and will be considered carefully.
Compliance and review
We are aiming to align the site with WCAG 2.1 AA principles and to address issues that may affect users with visual, motor, auditory, or cognitive differences. This includes reviewing content structure, keyboard access, colour usage, screen-reader compatibility, and form interaction. While some areas may still be improving, accessibility remains a priority in our design and content decisions.
Where changes are made, we try to preserve a consistent experience and avoid introducing new barriers. This ongoing work helps us support a wider audience and strengthens the overall usability of the site. We believe accessible web content should be practical, readable, and respectful of different user preferences and technologies.
If you need support related to accessibility, please submit a request through the organisation’s designated contact pathway. We appreciate the opportunity to review issues and improve the experience for all users. Our objective is to make the site as inclusive as possible, and we will continue working toward that goal through regular review, refinement, and attention to accessibility best practices.
