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"In the light of these considerations, the Assembly calls on Council of Europe member and observer States, and States whose parliaments enjoy observer or partner for democracy status with the Parliamentary Assembly to: (...) 7.4. with regard to accessibility of polling stations, information and procedures, including electoral campaigns: 7.4.1. ensure physical accessibility of public buildings, including polling stations, national, regional and local parliaments and government buildings, and guarantee that at least one polling station in every election district provides full accessibility."
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CoE (Parliamentary Assembly): Resolution 2155(2017) on Political Rights of Persons with Disabilities: A Democratic Issue, para. 7.4.1Summaries
- Voting procedures, facilities, and materials should be appropriate, accessible, and easy to use for persons with disabilities.
- Everyone has the right of equal access to any place or service intended for public use.
- Polling sites must be accessible.
- Accommodation to vote should be made for voters with special needs, including persons with disabilities.