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The UK Government’s 2025 report on accessibility in the private sector emphasises that for businesses, now is the time to act

Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · 1d

If you require the survey in an alternative format, get in touch with us at: [email protected]

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We're running a survey as part of our national accessibility campaign #TheHiddenJourney.

If you encounter barriers when navigating online retail experiences, we'd love to get your thoughts.

You can fill in the survey at the link below:

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#Accessibility #eCommerce

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Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Jul 31

The UK Gov’s new report on #accessibility shows there’s still work to do, especially in retail, finance & tourism.

But for orgs ready to lead, inclusive design is a strategic opportunity.

We’ve summarised the key takeaways & what they mean for the private sector ⬇️

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The UK Government’s new report on accessibility in the private sector highlights something many of us already know… there’s still a lot to do. But for organisations willing to be leaders in this space...

Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · 1d

If you're attending the #HETT conference today, be sure to stop by the NHS England Accessibility Lab. We'll be there with the team talking about how assistive technologies help remove barriers to accessing healthcare, and how orgs can create accessible services.

#HealthTech #Accessibility

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Home | The National Lottery Community Fund | Nexer Digital

Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · 3d

We're delighted to share that our MD, @hilaryonline.bsky.social, has been nominated for the 2026 Northern Power Women Awards!

It’s well-deserved recognition of Hil's impact as an advocate for inclusion, both within Nexer Digital and the wider community.

Good luck, Hil!

#NPWAwards #Inclusion

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Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · 9d

🎉 Exciting news! The National Lottery Community Fund’s new site is live!

For over a year, we've supported TNLCF with content design, user research, tech strategy, integrations & analytics to create something that works for the people & communities they support.

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🎉 Exciting news! The National Lottery Community Fund's new website is now live! For over a year we've been supporting TNLCF to design, build and launch something that works for the people and commun...

Nexer Notes #3: Inspiring voices, and all things inclusion

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Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · 13d

📝 Our Nexer Notes September newsletter is live!

This month we’ve been exploring inclusion in journeys, research and AI, and celebrating milestones like welcoming back our apprentices and becoming a Living Wage Employer.

A month of learning, collaboration and progress 🌟

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Welcome to the third edition of 'Nexer Notes', our monthly round-up of what’s been happening across Nexer Digital. This month, we’ve been reflecting on the power of inclusive design, research, and AI,...

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Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · 28d

💡Across more than 1 billion websites, one particular #accessibility barrier is everywhere — but all too often no one notices it.

In our latest post @ebuie.bsky.social explains why it’s such a problem, what WCAG says about it, and how new research is shaping better approaches:

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Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Sep 4

Yesterday we visited the Scope Community Hub for a brilliant session on inclusive research practices.

It was a fascinating knowledge sharing opportunity, and great hearing about Scope’s study with users about what makes a research session comfortable. We're looking forward to more collaboration!

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Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Sep 2

✨ Nexer Notes #2 is live!

In this edition, we’re celebrating connecting with colleagues at Nexer's global sales conference in Sweden, our accessibility work with Action for Children, and making a local impact through knowledge sharing and volunteer days.

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Nexer Notes #2: From global gatherings to local impact

Hello, and welcome to the second edition of Nexer Notes – our newly launched monthly newsletter, where we look back through everything we’ve been up to over the past month. As the seasons change, an A...

Deliver Sessions: Don't panic

Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Sep 1

Last week @hannakarppi.bsky.social and Katie Day were in beautiful Båstad, Sweden, for the Nexer Group global sales and management conference.

The gathering brought colleagues together from across the world to share insights, celebrate successes, and collaborate to shape the future of Nexer.

Two women smiling and wearing sunglasses take a selfie on a sunny beach, both wearing Nexer lanyards around their necks.

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Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Aug 27

At the next Deliver Sessions, Product & Optimisation Practice Lead, @leeemery.bsky.social will share thoughts & tips on how #product & project managers can prepare for change (& avoid those “eek!" moments along the way).

Register to join on Weds 11th Sept at:

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/deliver-se...

A meetup for anyone interested in how software teams work well together. Hear talks, discuss them with other attendees.

www.eventbrite.co.uk

Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Aug 20

AI is reshaping public governance, and with it, accountability and trust.

At #CampDigital, Dr Zeynep Engin spoke to us about how humans and AI can collaborate responsibly, and what it takes to design AI that upholds democratic values.

Watch the full talk at:

www.nexerdigital.com/camp-digital...

Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Aug 18

Discover how we partnered with Action for Children to run inclusive usability testing on their Parent Talk service, working directly with users of assistive technologies to validate #accessibility, drive improvements, and build internal research capability:

www.nexerdigital.com/work-we-re-p...

Action for Children: Inclusive usability testing for Parent Talk’s digital support service

Discover how Nexer Digital partnered with Action for Children to run inclusive usability testing on their Parent Talk service

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Autotrader improves the accessibility of car buying for users with impairments and access needs - THIIS Magazine

Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Aug 15

Human-centred design agency Nexer Digital has completed a detailed, inclusive usability research project with Autotrader, aimed at improving the accessibility of the online car buying experience for users with a range of impairments and access needs.

Read here: bit.ly/4lrN42E

#Accessibility

Human-centred design agency Nexer Digital has completed a detailed, inclusive usability research project with Autotrader, aimed at improving the accessibility of the online car buying experience for u...

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Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Aug 11

📄The latest Radical Retail Report from Nexer Group looks at how #Circularity is reshaping #retail, from smarter supply chains & products built to last, to the rise of resale: tinyurl.com/4scv29ka

♻️ We’re keen to connect with UK retailers exploring these ideas. Email us at [email protected]

Invisibility by design: how inaccessible services reinforce exclusion – and how we can break the cycle

Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Aug 8

Inaccessible services don’t just exclude. They erase.

Practice Lead for Accessibility Danny Lancaster on the inaccessibility cycle, why it persists, and what teams can do to break it.

If we don’t design for inclusion, we design for exclusion:

www.nexerdigital.com/news-and-tho...

#Accessibility

With new regulations like the EAA, and AI on the rise, crafting inclusive digital products and services has never been more important.

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AI and SEO in 2025: What do the latest updates mean for your organisation?

Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Aug 6

💬 “Being open begets openness.”

@jukes.ie delivered his #CampDigital keynote with trademark honesty & humour, sharing stories about working in the open, & why he keeps showing up to write, speak & share.

Catch Matt's talk (& more) in our archive & YouTube:

www.nexerdigital.com/camp-digital...

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Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Aug 4

🔍 In the last week, Google has rolled out it's #AI Mode for search in the UK. We've been thinking about what this shift means for #SEO, and how orgs should respond.

💬 Read our piece by @roamingrickster.bsky.social, Senior Optimisation Consultant:

www.nexerdigital.com/news-and-tho...

As search evolves with AI-powered answers and chat, organisations that prioritise SEO, UX, and strategic content are best placed to succeed in this newlandscape

www.nexerdigital.com

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Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Jul 31

The UK Gov’s new report on #accessibility shows there’s still work to do, especially in retail, finance & tourism.

But for orgs ready to lead, inclusive design is a strategic opportunity.

We’ve summarised the key takeaways & what they mean for the private sector ⬇️

www.linkedin.com/pulse/uk-gov...

The UK Government’s 2025 report on accessibility in the private sector emphasises that for businesses, now is the time to act

The UK Government’s new report on accessibility in the private sector highlights something many of us already know… there’s still a lot to do. But for organisations willing to be leaders in this space...

Nexer Notes #1: A joyful start...Camp Digital and community

Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Jul 29

#CampDigital 2025 talks & transcripts are now live on our archive & YouTube.

Start with @herahussain.bsky.social's powerful opening keynote on trauma-informed design: where it helps, where it struggles, & how to keep showing up with care.

Explore the archive:

www.nexerdigital.com/camp-digital...

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Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Jul 25

🗞️Today we launched the first issue of our brand new newsletter 'Nexer Notes', a monthly round up of news, events (incl. #CampDigital), and thoughts from across our team.

📬 Read issue #1 at the link below, and sign up to get future editions straight to your inbox!

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Hello, and welcome to the first of our Nexer Notes; a monthly newsletter we're launching to provide a roundup of the news, events, and thoughts from our team. We’ve been sharing weeknotes on and off f...

Beyond box-ticking: Real inclusion strategies that work | theHRD

Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Jul 24

Exciting news... the #CampDigital 2025 recordings & transcripts are up on our archive & YouTube channel!

Watch them back & share around at: www.nexerdigital.com/camp-digital...

Oh, and get your calendars at the ready...Camp Digital 2026 is a go!

📍Where: RNCM
🗓️ When: Thursday 7 May 2026

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Nexer_Digital @nexerdigital.com · Jul 21

True #inclusion doesn’t come from policies alone. It comes from the everyday habits that shape cultures.

In this article for The HR Director, we talk about practical strategies that work, incl. how tools like the Manual of Me can help teams build understanding, and safety.

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Real inclusion requires sustained effort, embedded practices, and a willingness to adapt and learn.

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