Accessibility statement
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- Last updated: October 2023
Our website has been carefully designed and built to conform to accessibility best practice. The website has been implemented according to a user-centred design thinking.
Accessibility considerations
Text size and spacing
We use a larger text size to improve readability for our users. Text sizes on our website range from 16 to 26. Size 26 text is the largest size of the traditional text size options. Generous line spacing and kerning (spacing between letters) also improves the readability of our website.
Font selection
Montserrat Google font typeface is used on our website. This Sans Serif font is optimised for best on screen readability for our users.
Colour contrast & use of colour
A and AA colour tests have been applied across our website on all text and backgrounds contrasts to ensure we are fully compliant.
Interaction patterns
Patterns are ways to describe best practices, explain good designs, and capture experience so that other people can reuse these solutions. Typical and expected interaction patterns were used throughout the site. This approach increases usability for users.
Semantic code
Code was developed for our website to cater for a wide range of devices, from desktop computers and mobile phones to screen readers. It was built in a way that even a very basic device can access the content and interpret it for a user. All pages are titled with the appropriate h1 as part of the AA specification.
Navigation
Our website navigation is fully keyboard accessible. Focused elements are also highlighted as part of the AA specification.
Text to speech
ReadSpeaker is the text to speech plugin which provides users to read content on the website aloud. By listening to the text while you read, you can better understand the text. You can listen anywhere, on any online device, and at any time. This makes the website more accessible and more pleasant to visit. As a user, you don't have to download anything.
Ball pointer (Cursor)
Our website uses a ball pointer cursor as default. The ball pointer enhances accessibility by making it easier for individuals with visual impairments or fine motor control challenges to locate and interact with the cursor on the screen. This adjustment improves visibility and reduces the risk of losing track of the cursor, ensuring a smoother and more inclusive computing experience for all users.
