Easy English

Make your information easy to understand.

Use easy words and short sentences.

Do not put lots of words on a page.

Use Pictures and photos.

Do not use jargon,

Use big writing - we like 20 font.

Use clear writing - like this.

This is simple font. Use a font like Arial or Comic Sans.

Do not use italics or fonts like Times New Roman.

Do not write everything in CAPITAL LETTERS.

Use capital letters and small letters.

Not everyone understands symbols.

Pictures and photos are better.

Find out if people use British Sign Language - it maybe their first language.

Many deaf people with learning difficulties do not know British Sign Language, they use Makaton.

Make a tape of the words in easy English. Think about making a video like this one or CD to get your message across.

Most important of all - ask disabled people what they think.

Do not think that everyone with impairments needs the same thing. Everyone's access needs are different.