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Andy Hall

@Scope_HeadofAT

Head of Digital Inclusion at Scope talking about web accessibility and assistive technologies for disabled people.

Joined June 2016
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So here is the news in my world, tomorrow (9 June) I will be leaving Scope for a new adventure. I'm off to join the team @silktide working on accessibility. #a11y
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We are growing and have two fantastic roles in our fast-paced content team based in Nottingham. Come along and be part of our #A11Y journey! Sorry, no agencies! #hiring #content #marketing #digitalmarketing #socialmedia horlix.com/about-us/jobs/
Join Us : HeX Productions

Join Us : HeX Productions

Based in Nottingham city centre we are looking for enthusiastic people who have a passion for all things web and digital marketing

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HassellInc: What are the 5 things you should know before buying accessibility audit and accreditation services? In this blog @jonhassell share's his experience on things to consider ow.ly/EeDR50Edv5a #A11y #Auditing #Digital #ProdMgmt
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📺 Watch Silenced: The Hidden Story Of Disabled Britain on @BBCTwo tonight at 9pm, @cerrieburnell uncovers the shocking story of how disabled people in Britain were shut out of society for decades - and how they fought back.
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Hey, you know the #AccessibilityRegulations we've been banging on about. Well they came into force today. And, well... you can't say we didn't warn you... 😏
Tweet from HeX warning that the Accessibility Regulations are 5 days away.

ALT Tweet from HeX warning that the Accessibility Regulations are 5 days away.

Tweet from HeX warning that the Accessibility Regulations are less than 1 month away

ALT Tweet from HeX warning that the Accessibility Regulations are less than 1 month away

Tweet from HeX warning that the Accessibility Regulations are three months away

ALT Tweet from HeX warning that the Accessibility Regulations are three months away

Tweet from HeX warning that the Accessibility Regulations are three months away

ALT Tweet from HeX warning that the Accessibility Regulations are three months away

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Today public sector web sites are legally required to be accessible. Many still fail on basic features that disabled people need. Is your site accessible? gov.uk/government/news/regul…
Regulations on the accessibility of new public sector websites come into force

Regulations on the accessibility of new public sector websites come into force

New accessibility regulations come into force setting a legal duty for public sector bodies to make their websites accessible.

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Seven ways to be more inclusive towards people with disabilities. Episode 4: Follow the principles of inclusive design featuring @the_3. msft.it/6012TW5NE #ADA30 #UX

Simple Things Count: Episode 4

Follow the principles of inclusive design.

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Are you building with designed in accessibility? Design systems present a unique opportunity to build accessibility into component libraries from the get go, ensuring both design & code are accessible. xd.adobe.com/ideas/principle… via @AdobeXD

Building Accessibility Into Design Systems | Adobe XD Ideas

Design systems present a unique opportunity to build accessibility into component libraries from the get go, ensuring both design & code are accessible.

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Checking these streaming platforms ranged from "that's great" to my PC going through the window with frustration at how bad the accessibility is. #a11y
Scope for business (@Scope_business) profile pictureScope for business@Scope_business23 Jun 2020
📺 We asked more than 3,300 disabled people about the #accessibility issues that concern them with video on-demand streaming services like Netflix, BBC Player, ITV Hub and Disney Plus. We share the results of our survey. bighack.org/video-on-demand-…
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looking forward to presenting at today's Digital Inclusion Summit everyone talking about why digital #Accessibility is really important for business success. @SoftwareONEuk @SoftwareONEire
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It's not a case anymore that people *want* to use your online service. They *need* to use it. Make sure your digital services are providing solutions... Not additional problems.
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Hector Minto@hminto22 Apr 2020
Putting the onus on the broadcasters creates many more times the work, leads to subtitles replacing sign language and delays the messaging. Not acceptable.
Jenny Lay-Flurrie (@jennylayfluffy) profile pictureJenny Lay-Flurrie@jennylayfluffy22 Apr 2020
News briefings should be accessible to all. Especially right now. Pains me that the British and the US government briefings do not include sign language interpretation when so many countries and states have visibly made this a priority. Access matters. This needs to change.
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Scope@scope17 Apr 2020
We’re part of the 2.6 challenge! Join our team today to raise money for Scope, and help us continue to provide vital support and advice to disabled people and their families. Find out more and sign up 👉 twopointsixchallenge.co.uk #TwoPointSixChallenge
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It’s more important then ever to consider how disabled or older customers or staff can use your tech by making it #accessible. Start here
Business Disability Forum (@DisabilitySmart) profile pictureBusiness Disability Forum@DisabilitySmart24 Mar 2020
We are now relying on #technology more than ever, but how do you know if your systems and technology are accessible for all your customers and colleagues? We have a simple tool, called the Accessibility Maturity Model (AMM) to help: members.businessdisabilityfo… #BDFTechTaskforce
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I've been in so many conversations this week about what digital distancing and self-isolation mean. If people need to ask, you haven't explained it clearly enough. It's a public health issue. User-centred content can save lives. #ContentDesign
Rob Bowley (@robbowley) profile pictureRob Bowley@robbowley22 Mar 2020
From reddit.com/r/coolguides/comm… /cc @hannahhorton
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"An expert’s point of view will almost always be different from the person you are writing for. But you must meet the reader where they are." Scope's senior content designer @CuriousScutter on how to write and test your #content properly. medium.com/content-at-scope/…

Test your content because subject experts do not think like users

We need subject experts to write content. Most work for Scope. Others are freelancers. Almost all give advice and support to disabled…

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Take a look at your website's Accessibility Statement (do you have one?) if it says you meet WCAG 1.0 remember that's a 1999 standard. Your site has been updated since 1999, has your approach to disabled customers? #a11y
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Great presentation from @hminto this morning #inclusivetech #Microsoft
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We've had so much feedback already from disabled people experiencing issues booking #train and #travel online. It's beginning to feel like an industry-wide problem... Add your voice to the growing list via our Feedback Tool: ➡️ reporting.bighack.org/
Graphic text reads: "Not long ago it was easy to book travel. These days with more complicated websites, it's difficult." featuring a quote from a Big Hack survey respondent.

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