We found the difficulties in use of the site to begin with a lack of simplicity. The arrangement of elements, navigation, and jargon compounded by inconsistency of style and format leaves a user baffled as to where to begin. Some prior experience in the depths of Government sites isn’t enough to prepare an entry level user to wade through these complicated reports. Inconsistent iconography with excessive labeling is found throughout the opening pages, lending a slipshod and patchwork feel to an experience that is difficult enough already, from the density of the material. It has the feel of wanting you to give up and abandon the site.

We conclude that an intensive reworking with a decisive style guide and content flow, much like a large online high-contrast newspaper, would render the information more navigable and pleasant to use. The material is inherently interesting to anyone interested in the workings of Government, and we think it should be easily accessed.