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Most Accessibility Statements Are Not Compliant. Here Is What We Found
We recently reviewed 110 websites to assess how ready they were for the EAA. We were not expecting perfection, but what we found was far worse than anticipated.
Out of 110 websites:
- 64 had no Accessibility Statement at all
- 26 had one, but it was non-compliant
- 6 were unclear. We could not even tell what they were trying to say
- Only 14 websites had statements that appeared to be compliant
In other words, 91 percent of the websites we looked at are at risk. This is either because their statement fails to meet basic legal requirements or because it is missing entirely.
What This Means
From 28 June 2025, any company providing digital services in the EU must comply with strict accessibility standards. That includes having a Statement that meets legal requirements. Failing to do so could result in enforcement action and reputational damage that no business wants.
Even if your company is based in the UK, the regulations still apply if EU users can access your services. Ireland, for example, is a key territory many UK businesses overlook at their peril.
Compliance Is Not Just a Checkbox
We understand that accessibility can feel overwhelming, especially when it is not your area of expertise. This is not something that can be outsourced to an automated checker or buried in your footer.
A compliant Statement:
- Must be easy to find
- Must clearly state the site current level of accessibility
- Must acknowledge known issues and explain how they are being addressed
- Must provide contact information for users needing support
- Must be reviewed regularly
Here is the truth. You cannot write a compliant accessibility information unless you first understand what is wrong with your website.
What We Offer
Each web audit is carried out by our team of disabled testers. We go beyond automated scans. We test what real users actually experience. We then write your Statement for you, backed by proper evidence, and give you a clear roadmap to full compliance.
Our clients include Barclays, Liz Earle, Amnesty International, and Great Ormond Street Hospital. We know what we are doing and we know how to help.
Next Step
If you are not sure whether your Statement is compliant or even where to find it, you are not alone. And we can help.
Would you like to speak with people
who understand inclusive web design?
Whether you are planning a new website, reviewing an existing platform or trying to understand your accessibility obligations, we would love to help.
Please get in touch to discuss your project, accessibility goals or digital challenges.