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29/02/2024

AccessibleEU Newsletter

News from the European Accessibility Resource Centre

Events

Don't miss out AccessibleEU's events across Europe

AccessibleEU has organised a series of events dealing with various accessibility-related topics that will take place in different European countries during the next months. These events are part of the Centre's objectives to disseminate knowledge and raise awareness on the importance of accessibility.

Improved rights and better information for travellers with disabilities in the EU

The proposals adopted by the European Comission at the end of 2023 to strengthen the rights of passengers and travellers pay special attention to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility.

Germany releases new manual on accessible documents in learning contexts

Germany has released a new version of its online manual on accessible documents in learning contexts.

An introduction to accessibility regulation in Belgium

Belgium has 3 regions: Flemish Region (Flanders), Brussels Capital Region (Brussels) and Walloon Region (Wallonia). They all have regulatory accessibility.

Spain launches its II National Universal Accessibility Plan

The Plan is a roadmap that aims to guide the Spanish State towards complying fully with the mandates of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

Online system provides data on the accessibility of the Lisbon metro

Lisbon is the second European city with a data system that allows persons with disabilities to check the accessibility of metro stations, before they are prevented from using transport.

The "We Rewind Poland" Coalition establishes 50 comfort rooms throughout the country

Comfort rooms are sanitary and nursing rooms where persons with disabilities are able to perform hygienic activities in a safe and dignified way.

European Accessibility Act adopted in Slovenia

The National Assembly of the Republic of Slovenia adopted the European Accessibility Act in January 2023.