Accessibility

Last updated: June 2025

Our Commitment

Eccleston Team Churches is committed to ensuring our website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA standard and relevant UK accessibility regulations.

Accessibility Standards

We aim to meet the following standards:

• Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) Accessibility Regulations 2018
• Equality Act 2010
• WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines

What We’re Doing

To ensure accessibility, we:

• Use clear, simple language
• Provide alternative text for images
• Ensure sufficient colour contrast
• Make content keyboard navigable
• Structure content with proper headings
• Ensure forms are clearly labelled
• Test with screen readers and assistive technologies

Current Accessibility Status

We regularly review our website’s accessibility and work to address any issues identified. Our latest assessment was conducted in June 2025.

Known Issues

We are currently working to resolve the following accessibility issues:

• [List any known issues and expected resolution dates]

Non-Accessible Content

The following content may not be fully accessible:

• Third-party content: Some embedded videos or social media content may not meet accessibility standards
• PDF documents: Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible
• Live streaming: Some aspects of live streaming may have accessibility limitations

We are working to address these issues and provide alternative formats where possible.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes:

• Skip to main content links
• Keyboard navigation support
• High contrast mode compatibility
• Resizable text (up to 200% without loss of functionality)
• Alternative text for images
• Clear heading structure
• Descriptive link text

Feedback and Reporting Issues

We welcome feedback about the accessibility of our website. If you:

• Cannot access any part of the website
• Need information in a different format
• Have suggestions for improvement

Please contact us:

• Email: admin@ecclestonteam.org
• Phone: +44(0)7403200316

Alternative Access

If you cannot access content on our website, we can provide:

• Information in large print
• Audio descriptions
• Alternative formats upon request
• Telephone support for online services

Complaints Procedure

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern:

1. Contact us directly using the details above
2. If unresolved, you may contact the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC)
3. For specific legal advice, consult the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS)

Regular Reviews

We review and update this accessibility statement regularly and conduct accessibility audits at least annually. Our next scheduled review is June 2026.

Technical Information

This website is built to be compatible with:

• Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
• Voice recognition software
• Screen magnifiers
• Browser accessibility features

Browser Support: We support the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.

Contact Us

For any accessibility-related questions or assistance:

• Email: admin@ecclestonteam.org
• Phone: +44(0)7403200316

We aim to respond to accessibility enquiries within 5 working days.