Since April 2025, 23 sanctions have been issued for the lack of accessibility in public establishments in France, according to Jérémy Boroy, president of the National Consultative Council for People with Disabilities. This number, he said, is far too low, especially considering a circular issued by François Bayrou, the Minister for People with Disabilities, on April 28, 2025. The circular aimed to make accessibility a top priority for the current five-year government term, emphasizing the right of people with disabilities to full access to public spaces. Boroy made these comments on Friday, September 4, during an interview with France Inter. He noted that despite the Prime Minister's request for regional officials, known as prefects, to conduct inspections and impose sanctions on non-compliant establishments, no such sanctions have been carried out, according to his statement. This lack of action, he argued, undermines the legal requirement for public and private places to be accessible to all individuals, regardless of their physical or sensory abilities. Accessibility refers to the design of environments, products, and services that can be used by people with a wide range of abilities. This includes features such as ramps, automatic doors, and audio signals at crosswalks. Boroy stressed the importance of inspecting establishments to ensure these necessary access devices are in place. He claimed that the current lack of rigor in enforcing these requirements is making life more difficult for people with disabilities in France. Calling for a stronger commitment from both public and private sectors, Boroy said that accessibility is not a choice but a legal obligation. He described the failure to provide access as a violation of rights, stating that such inaccessibility should be treated as a crime and properly sanctioned. His remarks highlight the ongoing challenges faced by people with disabilities in ensuring their rights to equal access and participation in society.