Last Updated: December 2025
greatbritainpast.com is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply the relevant accessibility standards to achieve this goal.
1. Our Commitment
We believe that everyone deserves equal access to information and services on the web. Accessibility is a core consideration in the design, development, and maintenance of our website. We strive to ensure that our content is available to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability.
2. Conformance Status
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA.
greatbritainpast.com strives to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. We have taken the following steps to ensure accessibility:
- Implemented semantic HTML structure throughout the website
- Ensured sufficient colour contrast ratios for text and interactive elements
- Provided alternative text for all meaningful images
- Created a logical heading hierarchy
- Made all functionality available via keyboard navigation
- Ensured forms have associated labels
- Designed responsive layouts that work across devices
3. Accessibility Features
Our website includes the following accessibility features:
Navigation
- Consistent navigation across all pages
- Skip to main content functionality
- Logical tab order for keyboard users
- Clear focus indicators on interactive elements
- Descriptive link text
Visual Design
- Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
- Colour is not used as the sole means of conveying information
- Minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text
- No content that flashes more than three times per second
Content Structure
- Properly structured headings (H1-H6) to organise content
- Lists marked up correctly using ul, ol, and li elements
- Tables used only for tabular data with appropriate headers
- Language of the page is identified in the HTML
Multimedia
- Images have descriptive alt text
- Decorative images have empty alt attributes
- No auto-playing audio or video content
Forms
- All form fields have associated labels
- Error messages are clearly identified and described
- Required fields are clearly indicated
- Form instructions are provided where needed
4. Compatibility with Browsers and Assistive Technology
greatbritainpast.com is designed to be compatible with the following:
- Modern web browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
- Screen readers such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver
- Screen magnification software
- Speech recognition software
- Keyboard-only navigation
5. Known Limitations
While we strive for full accessibility, some content may have limitations:
- Third-party content: Some embedded content from third parties may not meet accessibility standards. We cannot control the accessibility of external websites linked from our site.
- PDF documents: Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to remediate these files.
- Complex interactive elements: Some interactive features may pose challenges for certain assistive technologies. Alternative methods of accessing this content are provided where possible.
6. Assistive Technology Tips
Here are some tips for using assistive technologies with our website:
Keyboard Navigation
- Use Tab to move forward through interactive elements
- Use Shift + Tab to move backward
- Use Enter or Space to activate buttons and links
- Use Escape to close modal dialogs
Screen Readers
- Use heading navigation (H key in most screen readers) to jump between sections
- Use landmark navigation to move to main content areas
- The site uses ARIA labels to enhance screen reader compatibility
7. Browser Accessibility Settings
Most modern browsers include built-in accessibility features. Here are some helpful settings:
- Zoom: Use Ctrl/Cmd + Plus or Minus to adjust page zoom
- High Contrast: Enable high contrast mode in your operating system settings
- Text Size: Adjust default text size in browser preferences
- Reduced Motion: Enable reduced motion in your operating system to minimise animations
8. Assessment Methods
greatbritainpast.com assesses accessibility through the following methods:
- Self-evaluation using automated accessibility testing tools
- Manual testing with keyboard navigation
- Testing with screen reader software
- Review against WCAG 2.1 Level AA success criteria
9. Feedback and Contact Information
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of greatbritainpast.com. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
When contacting us about accessibility issues, please include:
- The web address (URL) of the content
- A description of the problem encountered
- The type of assistive technology used (if applicable)
- Your contact information for follow-up
We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days.
10. Formal Complaints
If you are not satisfied with our response to an accessibility concern, you may escalate the issue through the following channels:
11. Technical Specifications
Accessibility of greatbritainpast.com relies on the following technologies:
- HTML5
- CSS3
- JavaScript
- WAI-ARIA
These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.
12. Continuous Improvement
We are committed to continuously improving accessibility. Our ongoing efforts include:
- Regular accessibility audits of our website
- Training for our content creators on accessibility best practices
- Incorporating accessibility into our development processes
- Monitoring and addressing user feedback
