Questions on the Accessibility of the Federal Government’s Digital Services
[hib) Berlin: The Federal Government is again facing criticism for the digital accessibility of its services. The German Disability Council (DBS) has submitted an inquiry to the Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI) on the matter. The DBS is concerned that many websites and apps of the federal government are not accessible to people with disabilities.
The DBS inquiry includes 17 specific questions, such as:
- How many federal websites and apps are currently accessible according to the Web Accessibility Act (BITV 2.0)?
- What measures are being taken to improve accessibility?
- What are the reasons for the lack of accessibility?
The DBS emphasizes that the federal government has a legal obligation to make its digital services accessible to all citizens. The Web Accessibility Act has been in force since 2011 and requires all public bodies to ensure the accessibility of their websites and apps.
In response to the DBS inquiry, the BMI stated that it is committed to improving accessibility. The ministry said that it is working on a nationwide strategy to make all federal digital services accessible by 2025.
However, the DBS criticized the government’s plans as insufficient. The DBS said that the government needs to take more concrete measures to ensure that its digital services are accessible to all citizens.
The issue of digital accessibility is becoming increasingly important as more and more government services are being offered online. For people with disabilities, accessible digital services are essential for participating fully in society.
Fragen zur Barrierefreiheit digitaler Angebote des Bundes
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