Accessibility

This website has been built to comply with the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Document Object Model and has followed W3C Web Accessibility Guidelines.

We have implemented the following accessibility features on this website to make it easier to use for disabled visitors.

Accessibility Guidelines Level A

As part of the design process, the code was validated against the W3C recommendations for XHTML and CSS and we have endeavoured to make this website comply with all of the W3C Level A accessibility guidelines. To the best of our knowledge this has been achieved throughout the site ensuring that, wherever possible, the content is accessible to people with disabilities.

Access keys

Access keys are shortcuts to provide quick and easy access to common pages without the need for a mouse and have been included to assist users with disabilities navigate around the website. Access keys are available for the following pages:


The use of access keys varies depending which browser software and platform you are using (ALT + an access key on Windows then <RETURN>. ; Control + an access key on a Mac). If you use this facility and you are experiencing difficulties or wish

Site Map

The site map can be accessed directly from the navigation panel on the left of each page on the site. The site map lists all relevant navigation for the whole site. Use the site map if you would like to find out more about how the website is structured.

Text size

This website has been designed and programmed in a way which allows visitors to change the font size of the page to their prefered setting. This can be adjusted through the browser preferences (usually found in the <View> menu).

Browsers

The pages within this web site have been tested on the latest versions of the following browsers:


Images and Links

All images used in this site include descriptive alt attribute. Purely decorative graphics include null alt attributes. All links provided in this site include a descriptive title attribute.

Adobe Acrobat

A number of documents on the site are provided in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format. To view them, you will require a copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader.

JavaScript

In some instances this site uses JavaScript for dynamic content. If your browser does not support JavaScript, the site will still function.

Cookies

Session cookies are also used in order to make your browsing experience more fluid. Please ensure you have them enabled.

Still need help?

All enquiries relating to this website can be directed to:

Colin Bell
Telephone: 01324 696 463
E-mail: Colin.Bell@scotland.gsi.gov.uk