EC Reviews Impact of Web Accessibility Directive, Sets Out Learnings
The European Commission (EC) published the review of the application of the Web Accessibility Directive. The study evaluated effects of the implementation of Web Accessibility Directive. The aim was to assess the extent to which the Directive and its implementing decisions have achieved its objectives, conclude on the effects of the Directive, and identify key lessons learned to draw recommendations for future policy developments.
The analysis shows that the Directive has improved access to public sector websites and mobile apps in the last three years, though people with disabilities are still experiencing difficulties. It suggests that cross-border provision of accessibility tools is available and can be expected to increase. Despite all member states having set up a formal enforcement procedure and nominating a designated enforcement body, the use of the enforcement procedure has not yet reached its full potential. The review of technological advances showed that automated or efficient and easy-to implement means through artificial intelligence and machine learning is increasingly used in tools relevant for digital accessibility, helping to make accessibility easier for some types of content currently excluded from the scope of the Directive.
The study identifies the following key learnings and recommendations, which could be considered in view of future policy initiatives related to web accessibility:
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Keywords: Europe, EU, Banking, Regtech, Diversity and Inclusion, Digital Accessibility, Web Acessibility Directive, EC
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