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Key points

• Accessibility is often misunderstood as a concept that is niche or of secondary importance.
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• The single most prevalent complaint amongst librarians is the time it takes to get hold of accessible content.
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• The SAGE A.C.C.E.S.S.I.B.L.E mnemonic offers suggestions on how to devise a successful accessible publishing programme.