Accessibility statement

This accessibility statement applies to the www.cheshirefire.gov.uk domain.

This website is run by Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. That means users should be able to: 

• change colours, contrast levels, and font styles and sizes.

• navigate most of the website using just a keyboard.

• content can be resized to 400% without loss of content or functionality.

AbilityNet has advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability.

How accessible this website is

This website was launched on 1 June 2023 and therefore accessibility checks are still being carried out at this time.

Feedback and contact information

If you need information on this website in a different format such as accessible PDF, large print, easy read, audio recording or braille:

• Email digital@cheshirefire.gov.uk

• Call 01606 868700 (The switchboard is open from 8.30am till 5pm on Monday to Friday.)

Please could you include:

• The web address (URL) of the content

• Your name and email address

• The format you need – for example, plain text, braille, BSL, large print or digital audio

We’ll consider your request and aim to get back to you as soon as possible. 

Reporting accessibility problems with this website 

We’re always looking to improve the accessibility of this website. If you find any problems not listed on this page or think we’re not meeting accessibility requirements beyond our disproportionate burden, please contact the Digital Media Team: 

• Send an email to digital@cheshirefire.gov.uk

• Call 01606 868873 (Monday to Friday 9.30am until 5pm) 

Enforcement procedure

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 (the ‘accessibility regulations’).

If you’re not happy with how we respond to your complaint, contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).

Technical information about this website’s accessibility

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to making its website accessible, in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.

Compliance status

Uknown at this time.

What we’re doing to improve accessibility

The Service is currently reviewing this site and any accessibility issues should be corrected as part of the development process.

Preparation of this accessibility statement

This statement was prepared on 7/6/23.