EN 301 549 Compliance for Government Websites
Meet European Standard EN 301 549 requirements with comprehensive accessibility testing designed for government organizations.
Why EN 301 549 Matters for Government
EU Web Accessibility Directive requires public sector EN 301 549 compliance
All EU member state government websites must be accessible
EN 301 549 extends to software, documents, and mobile apps
EU governments must publish accessibility statements and respond to feedback
International government digital services must meet accessibility standards
EN 301 549 Requirements for Government
Web content (Chapter 9)
Government websites must meet WCAG 2.1 AA as incorporated in EN 301 549
Mobile applications (Chapter 11)
Government mobile apps must meet software accessibility requirements
Documents (Chapter 10)
Government publications and documents must be accessible
Accessibility statements
Governments must publish and maintain accessibility statements
Common EN 301 549 Issues in Government Websites
Issue
EU government websites lacking required accessibility statements
Solution
Implement accessibility statements following EU model template
Issue
Government mobile apps failing EN 301 549 requirements
Solution
Audit apps against Chapter 11 and WCAG2ICT guidance
Issue
Official documents published in inaccessible formats
Solution
Implement accessible document workflows for all official publications
Issue
Feedback mechanisms not responding to accessibility reports
Solution
Establish process to receive and act on accessibility feedback within required timeframes
How A11yScan Helps Government Meet EN 301 549
EN 301 549 Testing
Automated testing against all EN 301 549 success criteria relevant to government.
Government Focus
Industry-specific testing profiles targeting common government accessibility issues.
Compliance Reports
Generate EN 301 549 compliance documentation and remediation roadmaps.
Continuous Monitoring
24/7 monitoring to maintain EN 301 549 compliance as your government site evolves.
Frequently Asked Questions: Government EN 301 549 Compliance
What is required under the EU Web Accessibility Directive?
EU public sector websites and mobile apps must meet EN 301 549 (which incorporates WCAG 2.1 AA), publish accessibility statements, and provide feedback mechanisms for reporting issues.
What accessibility statement must EU governments publish?
Accessibility statements must detail conformance status, list known issues, explain feedback process, and provide enforcement information using the standardized EU template.
How is EU government accessibility enforced?
Each member state has a monitoring body that assesses compliance. Citizens can report issues and escalate to enforcement bodies. Regular reporting on sector compliance is required.
Other Compliance Standards for Government
Government WCAG 2.1 AA
Ensure your government website meets WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
WCAG 2.2Government WCAG 2.2
Ensure your government website meets WCAG 2.2 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Section 508Government Section 508
Ensure your government website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
ADA ComplianceGovernment ADA Compliance
Ensure your government website meets ADA Compliance accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
EN 301 549 Compliance for Other Industries
Healthcare EN 301 549
Ensure your healthcare website meets EN 301 549 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
FinanceFinance EN 301 549
Ensure your finance website meets EN 301 549 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
E-commerceE-commerce EN 301 549
Ensure your e-commerce website meets EN 301 549 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
EducationEducation EN 301 549
Ensure your education website meets EN 301 549 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
LegalLegal EN 301 549
Ensure your legal website meets EN 301 549 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Real EstateReal Estate EN 301 549
Ensure your real estate website meets EN 301 549 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
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