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Accessibility statement

We’re committed to making this website accessible so it can be used by as many people as possible.

This statement applies to content published within the UK Parliament Petitions website.

This domain is owned by UK Parliament.

We want as many people as possible to be able to use our website. This means you should be able to: 

  • change colours, contrast levels and fonts using browser functionality or device settings 
  • zoom in up to 400% without the text spilling off the screen 
  • navigate most of our websites using a keyboard 
  • navigate most of our websites using speech recognition software 
  • listen to most of our websites using a screen reader 

We also try to make website content and information as simple as possible to understand. 

If you have a disability, search AbilityNet's “how to” guides to make your device easier to use.

Feedback and contact information

Requesting alternative formats

If you need information in an alternative format, like accessible PDF, easy read, audio recording, BSL, or Braille, you can contact the Petitions team directly at Petitions feedback and contact and tell us:  

  • the web address (URL) of the content that you need 
  • the details of what is required 
  • the format you need 
  • your contact name and email address

You can also email us at webmaster@parliament.uk and we’ll consider your request and aim to respond within 5 working days.

Reporting accessibility problems with our websites

We’re always looking to improve the accessibility of our websites. If you find any problems that are not listed on this page, please email webmaster@parliament.uk to report this.

Enforcement procedure

If you contact us with a complaint and you're not happy with our response, please contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).

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

Technical information about the accessibility of our websites

Compliance status

This website is compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.2.

This website is certified to comply with the WCAG 2.2 AA level.

How we test our websites

We regularly test our websites for compliance with WCAG 2.2 level A and AA using automated tools and working with third party suppliers.

What we're doing to improve accessibility

We've prioritised our work to improve the accessibility of our websites based on analytics. We aim for any new PDF, HTML or alternative file format documents to meet WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards.

To make our websites accessible, we:

  • integrate accessibility into our design system and procurement procedures 
  • involve individuals with accessibility needs in website user testing 
  • provide accessibility training for our staff 
  • include individuals with disabilities in our design personas 

Preparation of this accessibility statement

This statement was prepared on 10 March 2026 and will be reviewed March 2027.

This website was last tested on 21 October 2025. The test was carried out by the Digital Accessibility Centre.