Accessibility Statement
The below can be shared with clients to assist them in drafting their Accessibility Statement.
Please note, clients hold legal responsibility for EAA compliance including their Accessibility statement, however Net Affinity can provide clients with guidance regarding their website design & development.
The below sample information can be shared with clients alongside the below sample statement:
As part of your website project, I would like to inform you that the European Accessibility Act (EAA) introduces new requirements to ensure digital products and services are accessible and usable for a broad range of users, including those with different accessibility needs. One important aspect of compliance is publishing an Accessibility Statement on your website that explains how accessible your site is, any known limitations, and how users can request assistance or report issues.
As your agency partner, we designed and built your website in line with WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards. To support your compliance obligations, we’ve also prepared a sample Accessibility Statement that you can use as a starting point to create your own policy. This template can be adapted to reflect your organization’s specific accessibility approach and website features.
Accessibility Statement
At The Fashion Hotel, we are committed to making our websites as accessible to as many people as possible. That means we aim to make our websites usable for everyone, regardless of ability or the technology they use.
This statement outlines what we're doing, where we fall short, and how you can get in touch if you need help accessing any parts of our websites.
Compliance with the European Accessibility Act
We recognise our responsibilities under the European Accessibility Act (EAA), which requires that many digital services and products within the EU be accessible to all users by 28 June 2025.
The EAA aims to improve equal access to digital services for people with disabilities across the European Union. In line with this, we are committed to ensuring our websites meet the required standards.
We are actively taking steps to align with these obligations by:
- Working towards compliance with WCAG 2.2 Level AA, the recognized standard referenced by the EAA
- Prioritizing accessibility improvements that enhance usability for all users
- Ensuring our content is inclusive, user-friendly, and accessible across devices and assistive technologies
While we are already substantially compliant, we remain committed to fully meeting the EAA’s requirements and will continue to make accessibility a key part of our ongoing development and content practices.
Where We Fall Short
Currently, we do not yet meet the following WCAG criteria:
- Text Alternatives & Labels: Some images, icons, and form fields may lack appropriate text alternatives or clear labels, affecting screen reader users.
- Visual & Structural Clarity: Information conveyed visually (e.g., form groupings, tables, or colour cues) may not always be programmatically clear or accessible.
- Keyboard Navigation: Not all content is fully operable via keyboard, and some elements may trap focus or lack visible focus indicators. (not applicable to WordPress websites)
- Content Order & Focus: Reading and focus order may not always follow a logical or meaningful sequence, which can impact navigation.
- Contrast & Scaling: Some text and visual elements may not meet minimum contrast requirements or may not reflow properly when resized or zoomed.
- Form Usability: Errors in forms may not be clearly identified or explained, and users may be asked to re-enter information unnecessarily.
- Consistent Identification: Similar elements may not be identified consistently, and some interactive components may not be fully recognized by assistive technologies.
What We’re Doing About It
We are working with accessibility specialists and developers to improve the usability of our websites. Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are actively making updates based on audits, feedback, and evolving standards.
Need Help?
If you have difficulty accessing any part of our websites or want to report a problem, please contact us:
The Fashion Hotel