1. Introduction

Averma Consulting Ltd (“Averma”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to ensuring that our website, www.avermaconsulting.com, is accessible to as many people as possible, regardless of technology, ability, or circumstance. We strive to create an inclusive digital environment where all users can access the information and services we provide.

While we aim to follow accessibility best practices, we acknowledge that some areas of our website may not fully meet the highest accessibility standards.

2. Our Commitment

We are committed to making our website accessible in accordance with the UK Equality Act 2010 and aiming to meet the relevant accessibility requirements of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level, where feasible.

3. Measures to Support Accessibility

Averma Consulting Ltd takes the following measures to ensure accessibility on our website:

• Use of responsive design to support different devices (desktops, tablets, mobile phones).
• Consistent structure and navigation across all pages.
• Clear headings and semantic HTML for improved readability and screen reader compatibility.
• Descriptive alternative text (alt text) for key images where applicable.

4. Current Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following features to support accessibility:

• Adjustable font sizes and contrast through browser settings.
• Logical heading structures for easy navigation using screen readers.
• Alternative text for important images to assist users who rely on screen readers.

5. Areas for Improvement

While we aim to make our website as accessible as possible, we recognise that:

• Some images may lack detailed alternative text.
• Certain elements may not fully meet WCAG 2.1 AA compliance due to design limitations.
• We have not conducted formal accessibility audits or testing with assistive technologies.

We are continuously working to improve accessibility and welcome feedback to identify areas that need attention.

6. Feedback and Contact Information

If you experience any difficulty accessing information on our website or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

• Email: info@avermaconsulting.com
• Response Time: We aim to respond within five working days.

Please include details about the issue you encountered, the page you were on, and any assistive technology you may be using. This will help us address the issue more effectively.

7. Enforcement Procedure

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concerns, you may contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS) for further advice:

• Website: https://www.equalityadvisoryservice.com/
• Phone: 0808 800 0082

8. Accessibility Standards and Compliance

We aim to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level, which outlines how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities. However, due to resource limitations, full compliance is not guaranteed across all website areas.

9. Ongoing Improvement

While we do not have formal plans for future accessibility enhancements, we remain open to feedback and will consider making improvements based on user needs and technical feasibility.

10. Date of Statement

This Accessibility Statement was last updated on 3 February 2025.