Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

WhatGov is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We aim to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards and continuously work to improve the user experience for everyone.

Conformance Status

We strive to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. Key features include:

• Keyboard navigation support
• Screen reader compatibility
• Text resizing without loss of functionality
• Sufficient color contrast
• Clear heading structure
• Descriptive link text

Technical Specifications

Our website works with:

• Recent versions of major browsers
• Screen readers including NVDA and VoiceOver
• Keyboard navigation
• Speech recognition software
• Screen magnification tools

Known Limitations

We are working to address:

• Complex parliamentary data may require additional context

Feedback and Support

We welcome your feedback on accessibility:

• Email: support@whatgov.co.uk
• Response time: Within 2 business days
• Substantial issues addressed within 30 days where possible

Assessment Methods

Our accessibility assessment includes:

• Regular automated testing
• Manual testing with assistive technologies
• User testing with people who have disabilities
• Periodic third-party audits

Enforcement Procedure

We are committed to responding to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and addressing substantial issues within 30 days where possible.

Additional Resources

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1
• AbilityNet's My Computer My Way
• BBC's Accessibility Help

Last updated: 27 Nov 2024