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This accessibility statement applies to union.co.uk 

Accessibility is a priority for our website. The Union is committed to making the information and resources that it provides via the web accessible to all users. We aim to be standards compliant and follow general principles of usability and universal design, which should help all visitors to this website.

Technical information about this website’s accessibility:

This site is intended to meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1/2.2 AA standard. 

We are continually striving to enhance the accessibility and usability of our website for all users. Some settings can be adjusted in your browser to improve your experience. Our efforts include the implementation of: 

  • Easier-to-read fonts, colours and sufficient contrast levels
  • Use of Plain English to make the website text as simple as possible to understand
  • Larger font and zoom in up to 300% without the text spilling off the screen
  • Navigate most of the website using just a keyboard
  • Listen to most of the website using a screen reader (including the most recent versions of JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver) 

There are many options for you to customise your web browser and device that could help you to navigate this and other websites more easily. If you have a disability, AbilityNet has helpful advice on how to make your device easier to use.

Images:

All content images should include descriptive ALT attributes. Purely decorative graphics include null ALT attributes.

Feedback: 

We welcome suggestions and feedback to improve accessibility on this website. If you are experiencing any difficulties accessing the information set out on our pages, please email us: info@union.co.uk

Accessibility statement: 

This accessibility statement was created on the 11 July 2024, it was last reviewed on the same date. Regular accessibility audits will be conducted on the site and/or as WCAG update recommendation for accessibility.