The following are some recent publications from the Citizens Information Board concerning accessibility.
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Accessible information for all (2009)
Making information accessible, however it is given -
face to face, on a website, in print, on the phone or
on DVD - means making sure that the language and format
used as well as the images and design are clear,
appropriate and understandable. 'Accessible
Information for All; Guidelines on developing
accessible information in your organisation'
were originally published in 2005 and have now been
reviewed and updated by Dr. Jane Pillinger for the
Citizens Information Board. The review was overseen by
an advisory group from the following organisations;
DeafHear, Immigrant Council of Ireland, Inclusion
Ireland, Institute of Design and Disability, National
Disability Authority and NCBI.These practical guidelines, based on existing best practice, tell you what you should do as a public body to improve the accessibility of your information and meet the requirements of the Disability Act 2005. In particular, they offer advice on how to improve your information for people who experience information barriers. These include older people and those with physical, sensory or learning disabilities, people from new migrant communities, people with literacy difficulties, and others who may experience social exclusion, such as homeless people, Travellers and people who are isolated or in institutions.
Accessible information for all (2009)
Accessible information for all (2009) (pdf)
Accessible information for all (2009) (Word)
Publication date: September 2009
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Review of Sign Language Interpretation Services and Service Requirements in Ireland (2006)
This review consisted of an analysis of Irish Sign
Language interpretation service provision, a public
consultation and a review of international best
practice.Among its findings, it is clear that sign langauge interpreation services in Ireland are in need of a dramatic overhaul to assist deaf people to access basic state and other services.
Review of Sign Language Interpretation Service and Service Requirements (pdf)
Review of Sign Language Interpretation Service and Service Requirements (Word)
Publication date: 2006
