This accessibility statement applies to the website wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk. This website is run by Wessex Cancer Alliance. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website, regardless of technology or ability.
For example, users should be able to:
- change colours, contrast levels and fonts using browser or device settings
- zoom in up to 300% without content becoming difficult to read
- navigate most of the website using only a keyboard
- navigate most of the website using speech recognition software
- listen to most of the website using a screen reader
We also aim to make website content as clear and easy to understand as possible.
AbilityNet provides advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability.
How accessible this website is
We know that some parts of this website are not fully accessible. However, recent accessibility testing found that the majority of the website meets the requirements of WCAG 2.2 AA. Known issues include:
- some PDF documents in the resource library may not be fully accessible to screen readers.
- some content may have reading order issues that can affect screen reader navigation
- colour contrast ratios
Technical information about this website’s accessibility
Wessex Cancer Alliance is committed to making its website accessible in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.
This website is partially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.2 AA standard due to the non-compliances and exemptions listed below.
Non-accessible content
The content listed below is non-accessible for the following reasons;
Some text and links within the website header and footer do not currently meet the minimum colour contrast requirements specified in WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion 1.4.3 (Contrast (Minimum)).
Some images on the website do not currently have appropriate alternative text. This means screen reader users may not be able to access the information conveyed by those images. This fails WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion 1.1.1 (Non-text Content). We are reviewing website content and adding alternative text where required.
Some PDF documents available through our resource library are not fully accessible. These documents may not be structured correctly for screen readers, may lack appropriate headings or document tags, or may not provide sufficient alternative text for images and charts. This may affect users who rely on assistive technologies. This may fail WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion 1.3.1 (Info and Relationships) and related criteria.
We are actively working to address these issues and improve accessibility across the website.
Disproportionate burden
No disproportionate burden exemptions have been claimed.
Content not within the scope of the accessibility regulations
Some older PDF documents published before 23 September 2018 may not be fully accessible where exempt under the accessibility regulations.
Feedback and contact information
We are always looking to improve the accessibility of this website. If you find any accessibility problems not listed on this page, or think we are not meeting accessibility requirements, please contact us:
Email: wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk
If you need information on this website in an alternative format, such as an accessible PDF, large print, easy read, audio recording or braille, please contact us using the details above.
We will consider your request and respond as soon as possible.
Enforcement procedure
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.
If you are not satisfied with how we respond to your accessibility concerns, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).
Preparation of this accessibility statement
The website was last tested on 22 May 2026. This statement was prepared on 3 June 2026
It was last reviewed on 17 June 2026
Testing was carried out using a combination of automated and manual accessibility testing against WCAG 2.2 AA standards.