Accessibility Statement

Accessibility Statement

The Adult College of Barking and Dagenham (The Adult College) is committed to making its website accessible, in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.

This accessibility statement applies to https://adultcollegeenrol.lbbd.gov.uk/

Compliance status

The website is partially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version [2.1 or 2.2] AA standard, due to the non-compliance(s) listed below.

Non-accessible content

The content listed below is currently non-accessible for the following reason(s):

(a) non-compliance with the accessibility regulations

WCAG 2.4.7 Focus Visible on all pages –

  • The focus visible is on the shopping basket icon, it is not visible when it tabs between two links- the keyboard focus is not visible tabbing between ‘go to main website’ and ‘departments’.

WCAG 2.4.7 Focus Visible – Course Search page

  • The keyboard focus is not visible tabbing through elements under ‘Subjects’

We are working to fix the non-compliance issues.

Preparation of this accessibility statement

This statement was prepared on 15th August 2024 following a self-assessment by the Adult College and was last reviewed on 22nd August 2024 using Deque Systems.

Feedback and contact information

We are always looking to improve the accessibility of our website. If you encounter content that you cannot access, then please contact us on the details below and our Student Services Manager will provide you with an accessible alternative.

AdultCollegeEnquiries@lbbd.gov.uk | 020 8270 4722

We will respond to your feedback within five working days.

 

Enforcement procedure

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 (the ‘accessibility regulations’).

If you’re not happy with how we respond to your complaint, contact the Equality Advisory and Support Services (EASS)

Additional accessibility information

The goal of this website is to guarantee the accessibility of its content and services for individuals with disabilities who require additional access support. Resources have been dedicated to enhancing the website’s user-friendliness and accessibility, driven by the aligned mission with Recite Me that every individual deserves to experience and engage with digital content, equally.

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