The article emphasizes the financial benefits and improved service delivery that come with implementing accessibility measures in local government websites. By reaching a wider audience and promoting inclusivity, councils can reduce costs and empower citizens.
The article goes on to discuss some of the specific features of LocalGov Drupal that align with the government's ICT strategy. For example, the platform's use of open-source technology promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing, which are key elements of the government's strategy.
LocalGov Drupal, a Drupal distribution/publishing platform created by councils, for councils is adding more to its feature set. New alpha releases of Microsites, Sa11y, Blogs and Pages modules are out.