So what happens after this milestone?
Will accessibility be “done” once the legal deadline has passed? The answer is a clear no. Accessibility is not a one-time fix or a checklist to be ticked off. It is a long-term strategy that must be an integral part of digital development going forward.
What are the next steps after 28 June?
Starting 28 June 2025, it is important to recognise that accessibility is not a one-off achievement. Rather, it is an ongoing process that requires continuous attention, monitoring and improvement. Websites and digital services are “living, evolving platforms” that change over time. They need to be regularly reviewed and updated to ensure they remain accessible to all users, especially given technological advances and changes in user behaviour.
Accessibility as a long-term strategy
Meeting the legal requirements is just the first step, accessibility is about something bigger. It is about creating a digital service that is usable and inclusive for as many people as possible – which makes it even more important to work on accessibility as a long-term strategy. By making accessibility a key pillar in your digital development, you will create a more sustainable and user-friendly service for everyone, not just those with specific needs.
Why accessibility specialists are needed for the long term
To ensure that your website or app remains accessible and usable in the long term, it is crucial to have accessibility specialists on your team.
They can help to:
- Adapting solutions to new technologies and user interfaces.
- Ensuring that digital services comply with current accessibility standards
- Conduct user testing with people with different disabilities.
- Train internal teams and create a culture of long-term accessibility.
This is just the beginning
As 28 June 2025 passes, it is not the end of the accessibility journey, it is the start of an ongoing commitment to improvement. By making accessibility and inclusion a natural part of your digital work, and by collaborating with accessibility specialists, you will build digital services that are not only relevant today but sustainable and futureproof for everyone.