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WAD vs EAA Comparison

Understanding the differences between the Public Sector Directive and the Private Sector Act.

WAD

Scope
Public Sector Bodies
Standard
EN 301 549 (Linked to WCAG 2.1)
Enforcement
National Monitoring

EAA

Scope
Private Sector (Specific Categories)
Standard
EN 301 549 (Linked to WCAG 2.1)
Enforcement
Market Surveillance

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