Accessibility Statement

Accessibility Statement for Shotgate Parish Council Website

This accessibility statement applies to:
www.shotgatepc.org.uk

Publication date: 01^st April 2026
Last updated: 14^th May 2026

 

1. Commitment to Accessibility

Shotgate Parish Council is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including people with disabilities. We aim to meet the requirements of:

• The Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018
• The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standard

We continuously work to improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards.

2. Compliance Status

This website is:

 Partially compliant with WCAG 2.2 AA

This means that while much of the website meets accessibility standards, some areas do not yet fully conform.

3. Areas That May Not Be Fully Accessible

We are aware of the following issues:

• Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible (e.g. missing tags or improper reading order)
• Certain images may lack alternative text
• Some documents may not be screen reader compatible
• Colour contrast may not meet minimum ratios in a small number of cases
• Some interactive elements may not be fully operable via keyboard navigation
• Headings or page structure may occasionally be inconsistent
• Third-party content (e.g. embedded maps or plugins) may not fully meet accessibility standards

We are actively working to address these issues.

4. Accessibility Measures (Aligned with “Assertion / 10 Principles”)

Shotgate Parish Council strives to ensure that:

1. Content is perceivable – Text alternatives are provided for non-text content
2. Content is operable – Navigation is keyboard accessible
3. Content is understandable – Clear language and consistent layout are used
4. Content is robust – Website works across assistive technologies
5. Proper structure is used – Headings, lists, and landmarks are correctly defined
6. Colour contrast meets standards – Ensuring readability for all users
7. Zoom and resizing are supported – Content remains usable at 200% zoom
8. Forms are accessible – Labels and error messages are clearly defined
9. Documents are supplied accessibly where possible
10. Ongoing testing and improvement is carried out

5. What We’re Doing to Improve Accessibility

We are in the process of:

• Auditing the website against WCAG 2.2 AA standards
• Replacing inaccessible PDFs with HTML or accessible versions
• Improving keyboard navigation and focus indicators
• Ensuring consistent heading structures and page layouts
• Reviewing third-party tools and plugins for accessibility compliance

6. Accessing Information in Alternative Formats

If you need information in a different format (such as accessible PDF, large print, easy read, audio recording or braille), please contact us:

 Email: clerk@shotgatepc.org.uk
Phone: 07847207514

We aim to respond within 5 working days.

7. Reporting Accessibility Problems

If you find any problems not listed in this statement or think we’re not meeting accessibility requirements, contact:

 clerk@shotgatepc.org.uk
07847207514

Please include:

• The webpage URL
• A description of the issue
• Any assistive technology you are using

8. Enforcement Procedure

If you are not satisfied with our response, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS):

• Website: https://www.equalityadvisoryservice.com/
• Telephone: 0808 800 0082

9. Technical Information

Shotgate Parish Council is committed to making its website accessible, in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations.

This website has been tested against:

• WCAG 2.2 AA standard

10. How This Website Was Tested

This website was last tested on: 14/05/2026

Methods used:

• Automated accessibility tools
• Manual keyboard navigation testing
• Screen reader testing (e.g. NVDA, JAWS)
• Colour contrast evaluation

11. Known Limitations and Third-Party Content

Some accessibility limitations may exist in third-party systems such as:

• Embedded maps
• Social media feeds
• External document hosting platforms

We do not control these and cannot guarantee their compliance.

12. Review of This Statement

This statement will be reviewed:

 Annually, or when significant changes are made to the website.

 Optional Add-On (Recommended)

You may also include a short summary version at the top of your website:

“We are committed to making our website accessible to as many people as possible. If you experience any difficulty using this site, please contact us and we will assist you.”