Thoughtless Govt Forms

I am trying to complete a passport renewal form.

It is feint pale orange type on a white background.

Even in strong light I am having difficulty with it.

Who the h##l commissioned that?!

[Hollyg]

I know what u mean. Advocacy for readable govt forms will change this; we disability advocates....in the States..achieved making ALL government forms available for all sight and developmental disabilities.

i assume ur in th UK...?...i don't know if you all have accessible forms..you might give a call 📞 and tell the agency you need help 😉🍸

[Hidden in reply to Hollyg]

Hi Hollyg

Here in the UK we too have a body whose role it is to advise on forms but it seems that they either fade into the background or have no teeth when it comes to enforcing their requirements.

I intend pursuing the issue though.

[carolineJames]

0800 138 8808

This is the number to ring to get a large print form for the partially sighted. The details are on their web site. PleaselLet us all know if someone bothers to answer the phone and what they say!

[carolineJames]

Passport Adviceline

Telephone: [phone]

From outside the UK: [phone]

Textphone: 18001 0300 222 0222

Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm

Weekends and public holidays, 9am to 5:30pm

This is on their web site for anyone having difficulties completing the form

There is an addition number - 0800 138 8808. This seems to be a number specifically for those with limited vision and in need of help to complete a passport form.

Hope this is all helpful.

Let us all know how you get on.

[Hidden in reply to carolineJames]

Thanks Caroline I had done a quick check and didn't come up with anything but I will follow this up.

[carolineJames in reply to Hidden]

I am interested to know how helpful the 'helplines' are. The line for those with poor sight says it has staff available to complete the form for you. I wonder if they really do ? (smile...)