Accessibility Statement
Last updated: January 2026
Our Commitment
The Safeguard Hub is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply the relevant accessibility standards.
Accessibility Standards
We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standard. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.
We also comply with the accessibility requirements of the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) Accessibility Regulations 2018 where applicable to our services.
Accessibility Features
We have implemented the following accessibility features:
Navigation
- Skip to main content link for keyboard users
- Consistent navigation structure across all pages
- Logical heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3, etc.)
- Descriptive link text
Visual Design
- Sufficient colour contrast between text and backgrounds
- Resizable text without loss of functionality
- No content relies solely on colour to convey information
- Clear focus indicators for interactive elements
Content
- Alternative text for images
- Clear and simple language
- Form labels and error messages
- Printable resources formatted for accessibility
Technical
- Semantic HTML structure
- ARIA labels where appropriate
- Keyboard-accessible interactive elements
- Compatible with screen readers
Quick Exit Button
Our website features a "Quick Exit" button that allows users to rapidly leave the site if they need to. This feature is designed with safeguarding in mind and is keyboard accessible. Pressing the button immediately redirects to a safe, external website.
Browser and Assistive Technology Support
This website is designed to be compatible with the following:
- Modern browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (latest versions)
- Screen readers: NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver
- Screen magnification software
- Voice recognition software
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts, some content may not be fully accessible:
- PDF documents: Some downloadable resources may not be fully accessible. We are working to improve these. Contact us if you need an alternative format.
- Third-party content: Some external links may lead to sites that do not meet the same accessibility standards.
- Older browsers: Some features may not work correctly in outdated browsers.
Adjusting Your Device
You can adjust your device settings to improve accessibility:
Text Size
Use your browser's zoom function (Ctrl/Cmd + and Ctrl/Cmd -) to increase or decrease text size.
High Contrast
Enable high contrast mode in your operating system's accessibility settings.
Screen Readers
Free screen readers include NVDA (Windows) and VoiceOver (Mac/iOS).
Keyboard Navigation
Use Tab to navigate, Enter to activate, and Escape to close menus.
Feedback and Contact
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of The Safeguard Hub. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
Email: accessibility@safeguard-hub.org
Website: safeguard-hub.org
When reporting an accessibility issue, please include:
- The web page address (URL) where you encountered the problem
- A description of the issue
- The browser and assistive technology you were using
We will respond to accessibility feedback within 5 working days.
Alternative Formats
If you need information from this website in a different format (such as large print, audio, or easy read), please contact us. We will do our best to accommodate your request.
Enforcement Procedure
If you are not happy with how we respond to your feedback, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS):
Website: equalityadvisoryservice.com
Telephone: 0808 800 0082
Textphone: 0808 800 0084