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ACCESsIBILITY STATEMENT

Accessibility Statement for Arundel Town Council Website

Arundel Town Council is committed to making our website accessible and inclusive for all users, including those with disabilities. We believe that everyone should be able to access information and services online with ease and confidence.

Commitment to Accessibility
We are actively working to improve the accessibility of our website and ensure it aligns with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0, 2.1, and 2.2. Our goal is to provide a seamless digital experience for all visitors, regardless of ability.

Recent Accessibility Evaluation
On October 24, 2025, we conducted an automated accessibility audit. The evaluation provided valuable insights into areas where we are performing well and where we can improve.

Current Status
Our website achieved a score of 54.93%, indicating a “Semi Compliant” status. While many accessibility features are in place, we recognise there are opportunities to enhance usability and compliance further.

Strengths

  • Correct use of language attributes for screen readers.
  • Keyboard navigation is supported across interactive elements.
  • Many images and form fields are properly labelled.
  • ARIA roles and attributes are implemented in several areas.

Areas for Improvement

  • Enhancing heading structure and consistency.
  • Improving colour contrast for better readability.
  • Ensuring all form fields and buttons are clearly labelled.
  • Removing duplicate HTML IDs and outdated markup.
  • Providing descriptive text for links and ensuring assistive technology compatibility.

Next Steps
We are committed to addressing the identified issues and have begun planning a manual accessibility audit to complement the automated findings. This will help us meet higher standards and ensure our website is fully inclusive and we intend to have completed this 31st March 2026

Feedback and Support
If you experience any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, we welcome your feedback. Please contact us:

Email: admin@arundeltowncouncil.gov.uk
Phone: +44 (0)1903 882954

We aim to respond within 5 business days and take appropriate action to resolve any issues.

Date of Statement: October 24, 2025

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