The Swedish Riksdag has voted in favour of constitutional amendments to the Freedom of the Press Act and the Fundamental Law on the Freedom of Expression. The changes will make it possible to set additional accessibility requirements in ordinary law, including requirements intended to ensure access for people with disabilities.
Because this is a constitutional matter, the Riksdag must approve the proposal twice with the same outcome, with a parliamentary election between the votes.
The amendments will broaden the scope for accessibility requirements covering products and services protected by the Constitution. For example, rules could specify how product information must be presented, including on packaging.
