Accessibility statement.
Last updated 2 Nov 2026
- We designed this website and the Askel app to meet WCAG 2.2 AA, the accessibility standard the UK government requires for public sector websites and apps.
- They haven’t been independently tested yet.
- If something doesn’t work for you, tell us and we’ll reply within 5 working days.
Using this website
You should be able to:
- change colours, text size, fonts and spacing using Display
- zoom in to 200% without the text spilling off the screen
- move around the website using just a keyboard
- use the website with a screen reader, like NVDA, JAWS or VoiceOver
- turn off motion
How accessible this website is
We know some parts may not be fully accessible:
- Screenshots of the app are pictures. Each has a text description, but you can’t read the text inside them with a screen reader.
Feedback and other formats
If you need information in a different format, like large print or an easy-read version, email hello@askel.uk. We’ll reply within 5 working days.
Reporting a problem
If you find a problem not listed here, email hello@askel.uk.
Enforcement
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) enforces the accessibility rules. If you’re not happy with how we respond, contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).
How we tested
This website hasn’t been independently tested yet. We designed it to meet WCAG 2.2 AA, and checked it with automated tools and by hand. We’ll update this statement after an independent check.
Contact
Email hello@askel.uk, or use the contact form. We usually reply within 5 working days.