Accessibility Statement
Our commitment to making our website accessible to everyone
Last updated: 27 August 2025
Hudson Virtual Business Services is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to people with disabilities. We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level.
1. Our Commitment
We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and functionality on the web. We are committed to providing an inclusive experience for all users, regardless of their abilities or the technologies they use to access our website.
Our goal: To make our website accessible to the widest possible audience, including users with visual, hearing, cognitive, and motor impairments.
2. Accessibility Features
Our website includes the following accessibility features:
🎯 Navigation
- Clear and consistent navigation structure
- Skip links to main content
- Logical tab order
- Breadcrumb navigation where applicable
📝 Content
- Clear and simple language
- Descriptive headings and labels
- Meaningful link text
- Alt text for images
🎨 Design
- High contrast color combinations
- Scalable text and images
- Focus indicators for keyboard navigation
- Responsive design for various screen sizes
⚡ Functionality
- Keyboard accessible forms and controls
- No time-based content restrictions
- Error identification and suggestions
- Compatible with screen readers
3. Standards Compliance
We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities.
WCAG 2.1 Principles
Perceivable
Information must be presentable in ways users can perceive
Operable
Interface components must be operable by all users
Understandable
Information and UI operation must be understandable
Robust
Content must be robust enough for various assistive technologies
4. Assistive Technologies
Our website has been tested with the following assistive technologies:
- Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
- Keyboard navigation
- Voice recognition software
- Magnification software
- Various browser accessibility features
5. Known Limitations
While we strive for full accessibility, we are aware of some limitations and are working to address them:
- Some third-party embedded content may not be fully accessible
- PDF documents are being updated to meet accessibility standards
- Some interactive elements may require enhancement for full accessibility
We are committed to addressing these issues and improving accessibility continuously.
6. Accessibility Testing
We regularly test our website for accessibility using:
- Automated accessibility testing tools
- Manual testing with assistive technologies
- Keyboard-only navigation testing
- Color contrast analysis
- User testing with people with disabilities
7. Browser Compatibility
Our website is designed to work with recent versions of the following browsers:
Desktop Browsers
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Microsoft Edge
- Safari
Mobile Browsers
- Safari (iOS)
- Chrome (Android)
- Firefox Mobile
- Samsung Internet
8. Alternative Access
If you experience difficulty accessing any part of our website, we offer alternative ways to access our information and services:
- Phone consultation for service information
- Email communication for detailed inquiries
- Alternative document formats upon request
- Personal assistance for form completion
9. Feedback and Support
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
Get Accessibility Support
Email: hello@hudsonvirtual.co.uk
Subject: Accessibility Feedback
WhatsApp: wa.me/7967661613
Response Time: We aim to respond within 2 business days
10. Ongoing Improvements
Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We are committed to:
- Regular accessibility audits and testing
- Staff training on accessibility best practices
- Incorporating accessibility into our design and development process
- Staying current with accessibility standards and guidelines
- Listening to user feedback and implementing improvements
11. External Links
While we strive to link only to accessible external websites, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of content on external sites. We encourage you to contact us if you encounter accessibility issues with linked content.
12. Updates to This Statement
This accessibility statement will be updated as we make improvements to our website and as accessibility standards evolve. We review this statement regularly to ensure it remains current and accurate.