This page explains how UKBullet.uk works to make its content accessible to everyone, including readers who use assistive technology such as screen readers, voice recognition software or keyboard-only navigation. Whether you are here to learn what we do, check our conformance targets or report a problem, the sections below are designed to give you clear, practical information in a straightforward order.
What does this mean for you?
UKBullet.uk is committed to ensuring that every reader, regardless of ability or the technology they use, can access our journalism without unnecessary barriers. We aim to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA, which is also aligned with the European standard EN 301 549. This means we work to make our site perceivable, operable, understandable and robust for a wide range of users.
Our editorial team, led by Editor-in-Chief Eleanor Price, treats accessibility as an integral part of our publishing process, not an afterthought. We regularly review our pages against these guidelines and update our practices when standards evolve.
How we make the site accessible
We apply a set of technical and editorial measures to improve day-to-day use of UKBullet.uk for everyone. These include semantic HTML structure, full keyboard navigation, visible focus indicators, text alternatives for images, sufficient colour contrast, responsive text that can be resized without loss of content, and support for reduced-motion preferences in user’s operating system settings.
Our developers and content team use semantic heading hierarchies (<h1> to <h6>) so screen readers can navigate article sections logically. All interactive elements – links, buttons, forms – are reachable by keyboard, and we provide a visible focus ring when tabbing through the page. Images that convey meaning include descriptive alt text; decorative images are marked as such. We test our colour combinations to ensure a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. The site is designed to be usable at 200% zoom without horizontal scrolling, and we respect the prefers-reduced-motion media query to disable unnecessary animations.
How this works in practice
A concrete example: a reader using a screen reader visits an article about a Westminster policy change. The page starts with a clear <h1> for the headline, followed by <h2> subheadings for each section (for instance, “Background”, “What the government says”, “Reaction from opposition”). The reader can jump between headings using their screen reader’s quick navigation keys. Images of charts include a text summary in the alt attribute. A “skip to content” link at the top of every page allows keyboard users to bypass the navigation menu. All links are written in plain language such as “Read the full analysis by Hannah Wells” rather than “click here”.
What are the known limitations?
We strive for full conformance, but some content on UKBullet.uk may present accessibility challenges. Third-party embeds – for example, social media posts, interactive graphics from external providers, and certain advertising units – are not always under our control. We work with partners to encourage accessible formats, but we cannot guarantee that every embedded element meets WCAG 2.2 AA. Advertising on our site is clearly labelled as such, and we do not allow ads that interfere with keyboard navigation or that trap focus.
If you encounter any content that is difficult to access, please let us know using the contact details below. We will do our best to provide an alternative version or fix the issue as quickly as possible.
Who operates UKBullet.uk?
UKBullet.uk is operated by Valletta Wharf Media Limited, a private company limited by shares registered in Malta (company number C 85603), with registered office at Office 12, Valletta Buildings, South Street, Valletta VLT 1103. While our operating company is registered in Malta, our editorial focus is squarely on UK audiences and UK-related subjects, and our team works from the United Kingdom. You can learn more about our ownership and funding on our Ownership & Funding page.
How to report an accessibility problem
If you experience any difficulty accessing content on UKBullet.uk, or if you have suggestions for improvement, please contact our accessibility team at accessibility@ukbullet.uk. We aim to acknowledge your report within five working days and to propose a solution or timeline for remediation. All reports are handled confidentially and reviewed by Martin Hale, our Standards & Fact-Checking Lead, in coordination with our editorial team.
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may escalate the matter through our formal Complaints Procedure. We also encourage you to contact the relevant enforcement body – in the UK, this is the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) for issues under the Equality Act 2010. For further information about our editorial standards, please see our Editorial Policy and Contact page.
In short
UKBullet.uk is dedicated to making its journalism usable by everyone, and we aim to meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA as a minimum. We encourage you to report any barriers you encounter so that we can continue to improve. Your feedback helps us serve our readers more effectively.