GUIDANCE

Public Sector Bodies looking to make their website or mobile app more accessible to users with disabilities, may find this guidance useful. Inside you will find guidance on deciding how to check the current level of accessibility of your website or mobile app, information on how to make a plan to fix problem areas, help with publishing an accessibility statement and simple steps to future proof your website by ensuring new features are accessible

In order for Public Sector Bodies (“PSB”) to comply with the accessibility requirements, they must better understand what Accessibility is and how they can contribute to the improved inclusivity which people with disabilities may enjoy if they are able to fully participate and make use of essential digital services, via PSB websites and mobile apps. This guidance document should help clarify the various questions PSBs may have concerning the accessibility requirements, the potential impact which meeting these requirements may pose on their operations and if any exemptions need to be considered.

Accessibility Statements are a legal requirement for Public Sector Bodies to have on their websites and/or mobile apps. The following guidance document provides PSBs a detailed step-by-step guide on how to create a useful accessibility statement, which provides all the relevant accessibility information concerning their website or mobile app.