The Open University is committed to making its websites and mobile applications accessible, in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.
This accessibility statement applies to The Robert Minter Collection: A Handlist of 17th and 18th Century Trumpet Repertory website.
We want as many people as possible to be able to use our websites and mobile apps, and accessibility is an essential part of our mission. On our Accessibility hub, you'll find everything you need to answer any questions you have about accessibility, whether you're a student or a member of staff.
To adapt the content to your needs or preferences you should be able to:
The website is partially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version 2.2 AA standard, due to the non-compliance listed below.
The content listed below is non-accessible for the following reason(s):
The Open University provides links to external websites that may not meet accessibility standards. This also includes embedded content from third-party providers, as well as audio and/or video players.
Some pages do not properly identify the language that content is written in. This can cause screen readers and other assistive technologies to mispronounce words or struggle with interpreting text in different languages. This fails WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion 3.1.1 Language of Page (Level A) and will be resolved by the end of December 2025.
An inline frame is missing a text alternative, making it inaccessible to screen reader users who rely on descriptive content to understand embedded elements. This fails WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value (Level A) and will be resolved by the end of December 2025.
Some content does not conform to browser size changes or provide a mobile-friendly alternative, making it difficult for users to access the information on smaller screens or when resizing their browser. This fails WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion 1.4.10: Reflow (Level AA) and will be resolved by the end of December 2025.
Zooming and scaling have been disabled. People with visual impairments who rely on resizing text and content will find it harder to read and interact with the page. This fails WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion 1.4.4 Resize Text (Level AA) and will be resolved by the end of December 2025.
Some link text do not provide enough contrast with background colour. Some links within paragraphs do not provide enough contrast with adjacent text. People with low vision won’t be able to identify these links. This fails WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion 1.4.1 Use of Colour (Level A) and will be resolved by the end of December 2025.
Some page headings and content aren't structured in a logical way. People using screen readers will find it more difficult to navigate and understand the structure of content. This fails WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion 1.3.1: Info and Relationships (Level A) and will be resolved by the end of December 2025.
Some purely presentational images have not been marked as decorative within the code. People using a screen reader won’t be able to ignore these images. This fails WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion 1.1.1: Non-text Content (Level A) and will be resolved by the end of December 2025.
Some images which convey meaning do not have an informative text alternative to adequately describe their purpose. People using a screen reader won’t be able to access the information. This fails WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion 1.1.1: Non-text Content (Level A) and will be resolved by the end of December 2025.
The below list identifies the content which has been deemed out of scope due to being exempt from the accessibility regulations:
This statement was prepared on 5 August 2024.
This statement was last reviewed on 24 February 2025.
This website was last tested on 24 February 2025.
The preparation and evaluation of The Robert Minter Collection: A Handlist of 17th and 18th Century Trumpet Repertory website was carried out by the FASS Web team.
We used a testing approach to carry out the test, by reviewing web pages that were representative of different websites designs, elements and content types underwent individual automated and manual testing. The following test methods were used:
If you find that a certain section of our website is not accessible and you can’t get access to the information that you need please use the Open University Accessibility Feedback Form to request support and we will ensure that you are provided with the information you require. You will need to provide your contact details and Personal Identifier if you are a student so we can get back to you. You should expect to hear back from us within 5 working days.
The OU is very experienced in meeting accessibility needs for our students. In many cases we are able to provide module and other study support materials in alternative formats for students who indicate a need for this when completing a Disability Support Form.
In addition, some module materials are available in different formats and can be downloaded from module websites. Students can contact their Student Support Team for advice.
If you are a student, or someone who has had contact with the University before, and have a complaint about the accessibility of our websites, you should raise a complaint via the complaints and appeals process.
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 are based in the UK, and you’re not happy with how we respond to your complaint, contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).
