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Laws Affecting Web Design

There are two laws that affect web design, the "Disability Discrimination Act" and the "Special Educational Needs and Disability Act".

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Disability Discrimination Act

The "Disability Discrimination Act" (DDA) aims to end the discrimination which many disabled people face. This Act gives disabled people rights in the areas of:

• Employment
• Access to goods, facilities and services
• Buying or renting land or property

Items of legislation that apply to web site design are found within the access to goods section of the legislation and include the following:

• Since December 1996 it has been unlawful to treat disabled people less favourably than other people for a reason related to their disability;
• Since October 1999 they have had to make reasonable adjustments for disabled people, such as providing extra help or making changes to the way they provide their services

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Special Educational Needs and Disability Act

The "Special Educational Needs and Disability Act" became law on 11th May 2001. As a result, discrimination against disabled students in the provision of education, training and other related services is unlawful.

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Developer's Links

Below is a list of some good resources when it comes to making a web site accessible:

• FireStarter's Introduction to Accessibility, Accessibility Tips and eGov Framework.
• W3C's Web Accessibility Initiative.
• The Cynthia Says Portal accessibility validation service.
• Bobby, another web based accessibility validation service.
• WebThing Site Valet, another web based accessibility validation service.
• The Vischeck service can test web pages for possible accessibility problems caused by colour blindness.

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I am commited to meeting with all laws affecting the Internet. I do not cut corners. All my web sites are accessible as well as being designed to high standards.

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To talk to me about your requirements, discuss a quote or ask for further advice and information, please contact Firestarter Media Group via the online form or email Firestarter Media Group on hello@firestartermedia.com.

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