Welsh and English, built to WCAG 2.2
Bilingual and Accessible Websites in Wales
What I Do
A lot of organisations in Wales need a website that works properly in Welsh and English and meets accessibility standards, especially public bodies, charities and funded projects. I build WordPress sites that handle both languages cleanly and are designed for accessibility from the start, not patched afterwards.
What You Get
Welsh and English Content
Every page available in both languages, with a clear language switcher and no half-translated pages.
Separate URLs per Language
Each language gets its own URLs and hreflang tags, so Google shows the right version to the right people.
Translation Tools
TranslatePress or WPML set up so your staff can manage translations without a developer.
WCAG 2.2 AA
Colour contrast, keyboard navigation, focus states, headings and alt text built in from the start.
Accessibility Statement
A clear accessibility statement and a way for visitors to report problems.
Easy Editing
A site your staff can update in both languages without breaking the layout.
Recent Work
Is It Right For You?
- A public body or organisation working to the Welsh Language Standards.
- A charity or third sector organisation with Welsh-speaking service users.
- Running a funded project that needs bilingual, accessible materials.
- A business that wants to offer Welsh to its customers.
How It Works
01. Requirements
We go through your language and accessibility obligations and who uses the site.
02. Design
Layouts designed to work in both languages and checked for contrast and readability.
03. Build and Translate
Built in WordPress with translation tools set up and content added in both languages.
04. Test and Launch
Automated accessibility checks and manual keyboard testing before going live.
FAQs
Most organisations use their own translator or a translation service. I set the site up so the translated content slots straight in.
Usually TranslatePress or WPML, depending on the size of the site and how your team works.
It’s the current version of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. Level AA is the standard most public sector websites are expected to meet.
No. Done properly, with separate URLs and hreflang tags, both language versions can rank.
Often, yes. I’ll audit it first and tell you what can be fixed and whether a rebuild makes more sense.
Give me a call on 07962 499 351, email hello@81.digital or fill in the contact form and I’ll get back to you.