EU Web Accessibility Directive

Public sector bodies in Ireland must ensure their websites and mobile applications are accessible to everybody, including people with disabilities.

The European Union (Accessibility of Websites and Mobile Applications of Public Sector Bodies) Regulations 2020 came into force on 23 September 2020.

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What are the Web Accessibility Requirements?

The 2020 regulations give effect to the EU “Directive (EU) 2016/2102 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 October 2016 on the accessibility of the websites and mobile applications (apps) of public sector bodies”. This is also known as the Web Accessibility Directive.

How NDA monitors compliance under the Directive

Learn more about how NDA conducts accessibility reviews and what your organisation must do when you receive a Notice of Monitoring from NDA.

EU Web Accessibility Directive Monitoring Reports

NDA has completed Ireland’s first monitoring report which contains valuable insights into the accessibility of public sector websites and mobile apps.

Developing Accessibility Statements

Find out how to prepare an accessibility statement that outlines compliance with the standards, and provides detailed information and assistance for accessibility for users.

NDA/ICS Web Accessibility Directive Webinars

We joined with the Irish Computer Society to develop and present a series of web accessibility webinars to raise awareness and to help public bodies make their website and mobile applications more accessible.

View the NDA ICS Web Accessibility Directive Training Series

Where Can I Find More Information?

The NDA’s Centre for Excellence in Universal Design provides the following guidance on the accessibility and Universal Design of websites and mobile apps: