Accessibility Statement

Effective Date: 18 Feb 2026

Accessibility Commitment

We are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for the widest possible audience, regardless of technology, ability, or circumstance. We continuously work to improve the accessibility, usability, and inclusivity of our website and services.

As of 2026, this website conforms to Level AA of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2.

WCAG 2.2 AA provides internationally recognised standards for making web content more accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities, including visual, auditory, physical, speech, cognitive, language, learning, and neurological disabilities. Compliance with these guidelines also improves usability for all users.

Standards & Technical Information

  • Built using standards-compliant HTML5 and CSS3
  • Structured with semantic markup for assistive technologies
  • Fully responsive across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
  • Compatible with current major browsers including:
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
      Microsoft Edge
    • Apple Safari

Internet Explorer is no longer supported, as it has been officially retired by Microsoft.

We test accessibility using a combination of:

  • Automated accessibility auditing tools
  • Manual keyboard-only navigation testing
  • Screen reader testing
  • Ongoing usability reviews

Accessibility Features

Our website includes (but is not limited to):

  • Full keyboard navigability
  • Visible focus indicators
  • Logical heading structure
  • Sufficient colour contrast ratios (WCAG 2.2 AA compliant)
  • Resizable text without loss of functionality
  • Accessible forms with clear labels and error messaging
  • Alternative text for meaningful images
  • Accessible video content where applicable
  • Clear and consistent navigation
  • Reduced motion support where appropriate

We continue to review and enhance accessibility features as standards evolve.

Browser & Device Accessibility Tools

Modern browsers include built-in accessibility tools that can further improve your browsing experience.

Keyboard Navigation

  • Tab – Move forward through interactive elements
  • Shift + Tab – Move backward
  • Enter / Space – Activate buttons and links

Page Search

  • Windows: Ctrl + F
    Mac: Command + F

Allows you to search for specific words or phrases on a page.

Zoom Controls

You can enlarge content without loss of functionality:

  • Windows: Ctrl + + to zoom in
  • Mac: Command + + to zoom in
  • Ctrl/Command + – to zoom out
  • Ctrl/Command + 0 to reset zoom

Text Resizing & Font Overrides

Most modern browsers allow users to:

  • Override website fonts
  • Adjust default font size
  • Apply custom style sheets
  • Enable reader mode for simplified layouts

Caret Browsing (Edge, Chrome & Firefox)

Caret browsing allows you to navigate using your keyboard cursor:

  • Press F7 to enable or disable caret browsing

Screen Readers & Assistive Technology

Our website is designed to be compatible with commonly used assistive technologies, including screen readers and voice navigation software.

Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing process. While we are confident in our WCAG 2.2 AA compliance, we recognise that accessibility needs evolve alongside technology and user expectations.

We are committed to continuous improvement and regular auditing to maintain compliance and enhance usability.

Feedback & Support

If you experience any difficulty accessing content, require information in an alternative format, or would like to provide feedback on accessibility, please contact us.

We aim to respond promptly and resolve any accessibility barriers as quickly as possible.