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Hello all, I have recently run across a problem when asked to give advice on an accessible font for the College to use in all its materials . The aim was to find a font type and size that would be acceptable to as many people as possible, including people with various disabilities. I suggested using Arial, as that is the font suggested as a standard by the RNIB. However, I have since been contacted by someone working with people with poor literacy, who told me that some of the punctuation in Arial was difficult to read for people with literacy needs, and that their suggested font was Century Gothic, which in turn is difficult for people with poor sight to read. I am getting the impression that different groups suggest a different font style and size to use as a standard. Does anyone know of a font that would be suitable for as many different people as possible? Also, I know that the RNIB suggest using 14 point print as a standard. however, I have had many complaints from colleagues because it looks too big on a page and takes up too much room. Does anyone know what size is best used as a standard? I'd be interested in your comments. Regards Elvira Haeussler WONDER 2 Project Manager Dewsbury College Halifax Road Dewsbury WF13 2AS Tel: 01924 465 916 E-mail: [log in to unmask] ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ The information transmitted in this email is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. If you are not the intended recipient, please delete this e-mail immediately. The contents of this e-mail must not be disclosed or copied without the sender's consent. Unencrypted electronic mail is not secure, may not be authentic and may be susceptible to data corruption, interception, unauthorised amendment or viruses or the consequences thereof. This email and any attachments are opened at your own risk. If you have any doubts as to the contents please contact the sender.Statements and opinions expressed in this e-mail may not necessarily represent those of Dewsbury College. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++++++++++++