Accessibility

Accessibility

We are committed to making our website and information available to everyone.

We aim to comply with the AA requirements of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1). This is an ongoing process of re-evaluation and we are continually working to make our website more accessible for people with disabilities as technology and standards allow.

Accessibility on our website

We use a plug-in called UserWay Website Accessibility Widget that is powered by a dedicated accessibility server.

Enabling the Accessibility Menu

Click on the 'Accessibility' button that appears at the top of each page. The accessibility menu will load in a few moments.

Disclaimer

We continue our efforts to constantly improve the accessibility of our website and services in the belief that it is our collective moral obligation to allow seamless, accessible and unhindered use also for those of us with disabilities.

Despite our efforts to make all pages and content on our site fully accessible, some content may not have yet been fully adapted to the strictest accessibility standards. This may be a result of not having found or identified the most appropriate technological solution.

Further general accessibility resources

ASKSARA

AskSARA is an online tool for older and disabled people that helps find useful advice and products that make daily living easier.

British Sign Language (BSL) interpreting service

Contact Scotland BSL offers a free interpreting service that enables deaf, British Sign Language (BSL) users to contact public, voluntary and private sector services in Scotland.

A BSL user can video call an interpreter at Contact Scotland BSL directly, who will then speak to the organisation or bureau adviser, and act as an intermediary for the deaf person.

Find out more about how the Video Relay Interpreting Service works on the Contact Scotland BSL website.

The Scottish Disability Directory 

The Scottish Disability Directory is produced by Disability Information Scotland. It provides information and contact details for a wide range of disability organisations and support groups, including UK wide, Scottish and local groups. Access to the directory is free.

To use the Scottish Disability Directory you can search by topic, local authority area, postcode or by words or phrases.

Accessibility options for popular browsers and computer operating systems

More detailed information on the accessibility options available for a range of popular browsers, operating systems and mobile devices can be found at the links below:

Windows

Apple

Google

Firefox

Android devices

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If you experience difficulty with any content on our website or need help with any part of our site, please contact us and we will be happy to help.

Last Updated: 28 February 2022