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+# EBI-Framework V1.1
+This is an evolutionary step of the current EMBL-EBI web compliance kit. 
+
+It aims to conitinue the efforts of the original, but:
+- Updating to make use of contemporary web browser features;
+- Be more consistent with print visual language; 
+- Enhanced mobile support; and
+- Offer a more modular framework of components.
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+[add words about what's included and how it does it]
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+View the /html/demo/index.html for more information and living style guide.