ReachDeck toolbar update
From 14 July 2026, the ReachDeck toolbar will be removed from our websites.
We have made this change after looking at advice from Scope about accessibility.
Scope says that:
- most web browsers and devices already have accessibility tools built in
- toolbars do not fix accessibility problems on websites
- some toolbars can cause problems with other accessibility tools
We believe removing the ReachDeck toolbar is the best choice for our users.
Accessibility tools in your browser
Most web browsers and devices have free accessibility tools.
You can use them to:
- make text bigger
- zoom in on web pages
- change colours and contrast
- read text aloud
- use reader mode to make pages easier to read
- translate text into another language
You can find out more about accessibility tools in:
Google Chrome and other Google products
Our commitment to accessibility
Removing the ReachDeck toolbar does not change our commitment to accessibility.
We will continue to:
- follow accessibility standards
- check our websites for issues
- support people who use assistive technology
- make information available for everyone
Contact information
If you have problems accessing our site, email the Website Team at internet@wakefield.gov.uk.