Accessibility Statement
This accessibility statement applies to the website: https://deerhurstpc.org.uk
We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. This means you should be able to:
– change colours, contrast levels and fonts
– zoom in up to 300% without the text spilling off the screen
– navigate most of the website using just a keyboard
– navigate most of the website using speech recognition software
– listen to most of the website using a screen reader (including NVDA, VoiceOver and JAWS)
We’ve also made the website text as simple as possible to understand.
AbilityNet has advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability.
How accessible this website is
We know that some parts of this website are not fully accessible:
– some PDF and Word documents are not fully accessible to screen readers
– some older documents may lack correct headings or tagging
– some images may not have alt text
– some page structures may not fully meet WCAG 2.2 requirements
Feedback and contact information
If you need information on this website in a different format, such as accessible PDF, large print, easy read, audio recording or braille, please contact:
Email: clerk@deerhurstpc.org.uk
We will consider your request and respond within 10 working days.
Reporting accessibility problems with this website
If you find any problems not listed on this page or think we’re not meeting accessibility requirements, please contact:
Parish Clerk
Email: clerk@deerhurstpc.org.uk
Enforcement procedure
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) Accessibility Regulations 2018.
If you’re not happy with how we respond to your complaint, contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).
Technical information about this website’s accessibility
Deerhurst Parish Council is committed to making its website accessible, in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) Accessibility Regulations 2018.
This website is partially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.2 AA standard, due to the non-compliances listed.
Non-accessible content
Non-compliance with the accessibility regulations:
– Some older PDFs and Word documents may not be fully accessible.
– Some images may not have appropriate alt text.
– Some form fields or page structures may not be fully compatible with keyboard navigation or assistive technology.
Disproportionate burden
At present, the parish council is reviewing whether fixing accessibility issues in historic documents represents a disproportionate burden for a small parish council.
Content not within scope of the regulations
– PDFs and documents published before 23 September 2018 that aren’t essential to services
– Maps, where essential information is provided in accessible formats elsewhere
What we’re doing to improve accessibility
– Regular checks of website content
– Updating inaccessible documents when reviewed
– Ensuring new documents are created with accessibility in mind