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Accessibility Statement for NWAF™

Draft for your review — Version 1.0

1. Purpose

This Accessibility Statement sets out NWAF Ltd’s commitment to ensuring that the National Workplace Adjustments Framework (NWAF™) and all associated digital materials are accessible, usable, and inclusive for all users, including disabled people, assistive technology users, and individuals with diverse access needs.

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2. Scope

This statement applies to:

  • the NWAF™ website (www.nwaf.uk)

  • the Version 2.0 governance suite

  • downloadable documents, guidance, and templates

  • training and licensing materials published by NWAF Ltd

It does not apply to third‑party content linked from this site.

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3. Accessibility Standard

NWAF Ltd aims to meet WCAG 2.1 AA as the minimum accessibility benchmark for all digital content. This aligns with UK public sector accessibility regulations and reflects our organisational commitment to equitable access.

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4. Current Accessibility Status

The NWAF™ website is partially compliant with WCAG 2.1 AA. This means that most content meets the required standard, but some elements may not yet fully conform. These areas are identified below.

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5. Known Limitations

We are aware of the following issues and are actively addressing them:

  • Some PDF documents may not yet be fully tagged for screen readers.

  • Certain headings and structural elements may require refinement for assistive technology navigation.

  • Colour contrast in specific legacy documents may not fully meet WCAG AA.

  • Some interactive elements may require additional ARIA labelling.

These issues do not affect the accuracy or availability of the content but may affect ease of access for some users.

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6. Planned Improvements

NWAF Ltd is undertaking a phased accessibility improvement programme aligned with the Version 2.0 governance suite. This includes:

  • reformatting all documents into accessible, tagged PDF and HTML versions

  • ensuring consistent heading structures across all pages

  • reviewing colour contrast and visual hierarchy

  • enhancing keyboard navigation

  • improving alternative text for images and diagrams

  • conducting periodic accessibility audits

These improvements will be completed as part of the Version 2.0 rollout.

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7. Feedback and Reporting

If you experience any accessibility barriers while using the NWAF™ website or documents, please contact:

accessibility@nwaf.uk

Please include:

  • the page or document you were using

  • the nature of the accessibility issue

  • any assistive technology you were using (optional)

We will acknowledge your message within 5 working days and provide a response or update within 20 working days.

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8. Enforcement and User Rights

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may escalate your concern to the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), which is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) Accessibility Regulations 2018.

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9. Organisational Responsibility

NWAF Ltd is responsible for ensuring that all digital content published under the NWAF™ brand meets accessibility requirements. This includes governance documents, training materials, and licensing information.

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10. Statement Review

This statement will be reviewed annually or following significant updates to the NWAF™ website or governance suite.

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