Accessibility

Accessibility Statement for Welcome to Fife

This accessibility statement applies to the Welcome to Fife website - www.welcometofife.com - which is run by the Welcome to Fife team at Fife Council. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website and are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including people with disabilities. We are actively working to improve the user experience and apply relevant accessibility standards.

Our Commitment

We are working towards full compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2, at Level AA, the recommended standard for public sector websites in the UK and globally. These guidelines help make web content more accessible to a wider range of people with disabilities, including those with visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive impairments.

What We’ve Done So Far

We have already taken several steps to improve accessibility and inclusivity:

  • Mobile-Responsive Design
    The website automatically adjusts to different screen sizes and device types (mobile, tablet, desktop) to maintain ease of navigation and readability.
  • Accessible Font
    We use the Lexend typeface across the site—a font scientifically designed to improve reading performance for users with dyslexia and other reading challenges.
  • Keyboard Navigation
    All interactive elements, menus, and forms are fully accessible using a keyboard alone, supporting users who rely on assistive technologies.
  • Colour Contrast & Readability
    We’ve applied a strong colour contrast between foreground text and background colours. Text over images also meets minimum contrast ratios for clarity.
  • Clear Site Structure
    Our navigation and content structure is intuitive and consistent, making it easier to find information and interact with the site.

AbilityNet has advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability.

Areas Still Being Improved

While we have made significant progress, we acknowledge that some aspects of the website are still being addressed:

  • Alternative Text (ALT)
    We are in the process of ensuring all images—including those submitted by external contributors—have meaningful ALT text for screen readers.
  • Third-party Content
    Some external systems and embedded content may not yet fully meet WCAG 2.2 standards. We are working with partners and vendors to improve this.

Technical Standards

This site aims to conform with the following:

  • WCAG 2.2 Level AA guidelines (published October 2023)
  • UK Government accessibility regulations under the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018

Browser Compatibility

Our site is tested on a range of modern web browsers, including:

  • Google Chrome (latest version)
  • Safari
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Mozilla Firefox

Note: Internet Explorer is no longer supported.

Feedback and Contact

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Welcome to Fife website. If you encounter any barriers or need content in a different format, please let us know:

Email: promoting.fife@fife.gov.uk