Accessibility Statement for The Man

The Man is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all people, including disabled people, older people, and those using assistive technologies. This accessibility statement explains the steps we take to make The Man area and its associated digital content easier to use, the standards we aim to meet, and how you can contact us with feedback or requests.

Our Accessibility Commitment

We aim to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version 2.1, level AA. These guidelines are widely recognised as the international standard for making web content more accessible and usable. Our goal is that visitors can perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with The Man content without unnecessary barriers.

We work to ensure that text is clear and readable, that interactive elements can be operated using a keyboard, and that information is presented in a consistent, predictable way. We also strive to avoid content that could trigger seizures or physical reactions and to offer users enough time to read and use content.

Screen Reader and Assistive Technology Support

The Man digital content is being designed and updated to work with a range of assistive technologies, including screen readers, screen magnifiers, and speech recognition tools. We use meaningful headings, labels, and descriptive text so that people relying on assistive technologies can understand page structure and context.

Where images are used, we aim to provide alternative text that conveys their purpose or meaning. Decorative images are marked so that they can be skipped by assistive technologies. Forms, buttons, and controls are given clear names and instructions to help users identify what each element does before they interact with it.

Keyboard Navigation and Focus Management

The Man website is intended to be fully usable with a keyboard alone, without requiring a mouse or touch gestures. Users should be able to move through content using the tab, arrow, and enter keys, as well as other standard keyboard commands.

We work to ensure that the order in which interactive elements receive focus is logical and follows the visual layout of the page. Visible focus indicators are maintained so that users can always see where they are on the page. Components such as menus, dialogs, and expandable sections are designed so that they can be opened, used, and closed entirely with the keyboard.

Optimising The Man Area for Accessibility

We are making ongoing improvements to the accessibility of The Man area, both online and in related information about the physical environment. This includes reviewing colour contrast to improve readability, minimising reliance on complex gestures, and ensuring that essential information is not communicated by colour or visuals alone.

We also aim to provide clear wayfinding information, plain language descriptions of activities and facilities, and advance information about any potential barriers. Where possible, we will offer alternative formats or routes so that more people can participate and engage with The Man experience.

Feedback, Requests, and Alternative Formats

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of The Man. If you experience difficulties using the site, encounter content that you cannot access, or need information about The Man in a different format, you can contact us and explain what you need and how we can help.

Examples of alternative formats may include large print, easy read, audio description, or structured digital documents compatible with assistive technologies. We will consider your request and aim to respond in a reasonable timeframe. Please tell us which content you are trying to access, which assistive technologies you use if any, and any specific adjustments that would make the content more accessible for you.

Ongoing Review and Future Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing process. We regularly review The Man content, gather user feedback, and update our design and development practices to improve accessibility over time. When we introduce new features or sections, we aim to design and test them with accessibility in mind from the start.

If we identify areas where The Man does not fully meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards, we will prioritise fixes based on the impact on users. We are committed to continuous improvement so that as many people as possible can enjoy and engage with The Man.