Motion text
That this House commends the launch of Freeview’s Accessible TV Guide on Channel 555; recognises that this Guide is a key step towards the digital inclusion of people with disabilities, making programmes accessible to those with sight and hearing impairments; notes that this Guide meets all of OFCOMs Electronic Programme Guide requirements for disability inclusion such as incorporating a high contrast user interface, screen magnification and text to speech functionality that allow adaptation to individual requirements; and highlights the fact that this Guide has been developed in consultation with consumer groups and disability advocacy organisations and is available for free to all UK television users.
Signatures (11)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Cameron, Dr Lisa
Scottish National Party
Signed on
11 November 2020
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
12 November 2020
Edwards, Jonathan
Independent
Signed on
12 November 2020
Bottomley, Sir Peter
Conservative
Signed on
12 November 2020
Fellows, Marion
Scottish National Party
Signed on
12 November 2020
Saville Roberts, Liz
Plaid Cymru
Signed on
16 November 2020
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.