The Deep launches new accessibility toolbar on website

As part of their diversity and inclusion strategy, website visitors are now able to access a wide range of accessibility and language support tools to customise their digital experience through Recite Me assistive technology.

Being able to offer an inclusive experience is essential to support over 25% of the population who may encounter barriers when exploring websites due to having a disability, learning difficulty, visual impairment, or if they speak English as a second language.

The Recite Me assistive toolbar on The Deep’s website includes screen reading functionality, multiple reading aids, customisable styling options an on-demand live translation feature that boasts over 100 languages including 65 text-to-speech and styling options.

Zoe Montgomerie, Head of Communications & Marketing, commented:

“Here at The Deep, accessibility is extremely important to us. We are committed to ensuring all our visitors can access information and services in a way that best meets their individual needs.”

"We are incredibly proud to be able to provide Recite Me’s innovative assistive technology across our website.”

The internet can be an incredibly intimidating place for those with access barriers, and those lacking the tools they need to adequately understand or communicate are at a significant disadvantage. 

Ross Linnett, Recite Me’s Founder and CEO, said:

“It is important to provide an inclusive online experience, where everyone can use our digital world in a way in which best suits their needs. As more organisations provide accessibility tools online, those who face online barriers can access information and services hassle-free. The digital world must be accessible for all.”

To explore the accessibility support tool, visit The Deep’s website and click the Accessibility Toolbar button in the header navigation menu of the website.