Accessibility (TV, radio and on demand)

The extent to which broadcast television channels and on-demand programme services (ODPS) carried access services in 2024.

TV access services are additional facilities supplied by broadcasters that are designed to allow hearing and visually impaired consumers to gain access to TV content. The three access services are subtitling, audio description and signing

‘EPG’ stands for Electronic Programme Guide, sometimes referred to as a ‘TV guide’. It's an onscreen menu that tells users what TV programmes are available on their television and allows them to navigate to different channels and programmes.

The extent to which broadcast television channels and on-demand programme services (ODPS) carried access services in 2023.

Ofcom is today announcing changes to our Access Services Code and associated best practice guidelines, to improve the accessibility of TV and on-demand programmes for audiences.

This section covers research into usability of devices and services, and accessibility, particularly in relation to older people and those with disabilities.

The extent to which broadcast television channels and on-demand programme services (ODPS) carried access services in 2023.

The extent to which broadcast television channels and on-demand programme services (ODPS) carried access services in 2022.

Ofcom is today consulting on proposed changes to our Access Services Code and associated best practice guidelines.

An annual report on improvements for people with visual impairments.