Item hints one sentence
item-hints-one-sentence
Item hints: one short sentence, no full stops; no links in hint text.
Description
Hints on individual radio or select items should be one short sentence, without a trailing full stop, and without links inside the hint text. Short, link-free hints keep options scannable and avoid nesting navigation inside the choice. Multi-sentence or link-filled hints compete with the option label itself. Fail for multi-sentence hints, trailing full stops, or links nested in hint copy. Use this when adding per-item help under radios or select options.
When to use
Adding hint text under individual radio or select options.
Not when
Not for page-level help, field labels, or error messages.
Agent hint
Keep each item hint to one short sentence; ban trailing full stops and links.
Per-item hint is one short sentence without a full stop and without links.
Multi-sentence hints, trailing full stops, or links inside hint text.
Citations
GOV.UK Design System — Radios; GOV.UK Design System — Select
https://design-system.service.gov.uk/components/radios/