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Accessibility is not an extra
An accessible site is not just a compliance box to tick — it is a site that works better for everyone.
Accessibility is often treated as an extra obligation to satisfy the law. In reality it is a quality that benefits everyone.
Semantic HTML, correct contrast, keyboard operability and a legible type scale improve usability for everyone — not just users with disabilities.
Where to start
Start with structure: properly ordered headings, labelled form fields and image alt text. Then add contrast and visible focus indicators. That covers most of the common issues.