As part of our vision for a healthier world, we want to make evidence based revision and assessment available to as many people as possible. A key part of achieving this is ensuring our content is accessible to everyone, through both innovative technical solutions and clear, practical, customisable content.

This accessibility statement applies to:

A separate statement covers the BMJ OnExamination mobile apps for iOS and Android.

For a comprehensive overview of our company-wide commitment, our accessibility roadmap, and our testing methodologies, please refer to BMJ Group’s accessibility statement.

We aim to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA standard so that all users have a positive experience. BMJ OnExamination is not yet fully conformant with this standard, and we are being open about where we currently fall short so that you know what to expect.

We are working towards ensuring that you can:

We are aware that parts of BMJ OnExamination do not yet meet all of these aims. Based on our most recent review, known areas for improvement include:

We have implemented an accessibility training plan so our staff can design and develop content, pages and experiences that better meet the needs of all our users.

BMJ OnExamination has not yet undergone an independent accessibility audit. In September 2026 we carried out an internal accessibility review covering the marketing site, the sign-in and purchase journey, and the revision platform, which identified the areas listed above. We are commissioning an independent audit against the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.2 AA standard and will update this statement with its findings.

BMJ OnExamination is being migrated onto the BMJ Learning platform. As part of this migration we are aligning OnExamination with the accessibility standards, remediation work and roadmap already in place for BMJ Learning. This work is integrated into BMJ Group’s broader accessibility roadmap (please refer to BMJ Group’s accessibility statement), which includes systematic audits, remediation, incorporating accessibility best practices into all new development, and continuous improvement overseen by an internal Accessibility Working Group.

BMJ OnExamination incorporates content or functionality from third-party providers such as:

We acknowledge that we do not have direct control over their accessibility standards. We are working with our third-party providers to explore avenues for enhancing the accessibility of these integrated services. This includes discussions on potential improvements, advocating for WCAG 2.2 Level AA conformance, and, where necessary, evaluating alternative suppliers who demonstrate a stronger commitment to accessibility standards.

Older content and platform migration

In some cases, particularly with older content or legacy features within BMJ OnExamination that predate current accessibility standards, achieving full conformance with WCAG 2.2 Level AA may present significant challenges. Because the platform is being migrated onto BMJ Learning, we are prioritising accessibility improvements that carry through to the new platform, focusing on user impact and technical viability.

At BMJ Group, we are committed to digital accessibility, striving for a healthier, more inclusive world by ensuring our resources are available to everyone. For a comprehensive overview of our company-wide commitment, our accessibility roadmap, and our testing methodologies, please refer to BMJ Group’s accessibility statement.

Your feedback is crucial to our ongoing efforts to improve BMJ OnExamination's accessibility. If you encounter any barriers accessing content or have suggestions for how we can further enhance the accessibility of this website, please contact our dedicated support team. While we strive to resolve issues promptly, we appreciate your patience as we work through our comprehensive accessibility roadmap.

This statement was last updated: September 2026