UK Disability Act
Hello.
I'm the head of a UK internet company. Recently we broadened our services to include developing websites to BOBBY AAA standard. We decided to go down this route after reading about the Disability Act in the UK, and some of the implications of not being compliant.
I have been amazed at how difficult it has been to gather information on exactly what the requirements for web design are. Certainly BOBBY AAA compliance seems to be a safe catch-all that address the concerns and recommendations of the DDA, recent reports based on surveys, the RNIB recommendations etc.
I think what bothers me the most is that I heard of legal action being taken against some companies who don't have the "right" requirements for full accessibility - yet it is so hard to find a set of rules - unless you purchase the services of associations tied in with the DRC or RNIB.
So, am I safe to recommend BOBBY AAA as the catch all that will address the needs of my UK clients who wish to meet the requirements of the Disability Act? And what are your experiences of trying to become compliant?
Many thanks.
Liam
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