About

My name is Peter Heery. I'm User Experience Principal for Accessibility at BBC, where I help shape the audience-facing accessibility strategy and implementation for the world's largest public service broadcaster.

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Me, Peter Heery

I have nearly twenty years of experience across accessibility, user experience and product, working on everything from enterprise software to consumer apps and large-scale media platforms.

I approach accessibility with a product mindset. It's not just about fixing bugs or meeting technical standards, it's about building inclusive, valuable, user-focused features that work well for everyone.

I'm also an experienced researcher. I regularly lead qualitative studies and apply mixed-methods research to inform design, shape product decisions, and surface real-world barriers and opportunities.

I'm originally from Northern Ireland, and I now live in Edinburgh, Scotland. I'm also a dad. That comes first.

Accessibility Scotland

I'm a co-founder and organiser of Accessibility Scotland, a friendly, affordable, and informative conference focused on digital accessibility and inclusion.

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Prof. Graham Pullin speaking at Accessibility Scotland 2017

I helped create Accessibility Scotland in 2016 to fill a noticeable gap – there wasn't an annual get-together in Scotland focused on digital accessibility.

We're community-based with a solid not-for-profit ethic. Our goal is to share knowledge about and accessibility and inclusive design, give a platform to often underrepresented voices, and promote friendly, open discussion.

Accessibility Scotland is a registered charity in Scotland (SC048612).

What people say

"His knowledge in mobile accessibility is as good as it gets plus he really understands how people use the web."

Henny Swan, Director, Tetralogical

"If you're looking for someone who has both the hard and soft skills to build or contribute to an accessibility or inclusive design practice, he will bring incredible knowledge and compassion."

Erica Ellis, Head of Product Equity Design, Uber

"Peter's passion for building inclusive products, combined with his pragmatic and practical approach to collaborating with engineers, designers, and product managers, make him an excellent fit for any team committed to delivering accessible products."

Sinéad Davis Cochrane, Senior Research Manager, Workday

More recommendations are available on my LinkedIn profile.