The Chancellery of the Senate — Education, Promotion and Publications Office is committed to ensuring the accessibility of its website in accordance with the provisions of the Act of 4 April 2019 on the digital accessibility of websites and mobile applications of public entities.
This Accessibility Statement applies to the website https://senat.edu.pl/en/.
- Date of website publication:
- Date of the last major update:
Digital accessibility status
This website is partially compliant with the Annex to the Act of 4 April 2019 on the digital accessibility of websites and mobile applications of public entities because of the non-compliances and exemptions listed below.
Inaccessible content
Non-compliance with the Annex
- Some published files may not fully meet digital accessibility requirements, particularly in relation to correct document structure, heading order, alternative text and table markup.
- Some multimedia content may not include captions, transcripts or audio description.
- Interactive maps and embedded third-party content may have accessibility limitations resulting from the use of external tools.
Content not covered by the regulations
- Some documents or content supplied by third parties may not have been produced or funded by the public entity. If you need such content in an accessible format, please contact the Education, Promotion and Publications Office.
We are working to remove identified accessibility barriers on an ongoing basis and to bring published content into line with the applicable requirements.
Preparation of the Accessibility Statement
- This statement was prepared on:
- This statement was last reviewed and updated on:
This statement was prepared on the basis of a self-assessment carried out by the public entity and a review of information published on the website.
Accessibility features, limitations and other information
The website is responsive and supports the standard features of web browsers and operating systems. The website includes a search function, navigation menus and a contact form.
Keyboard shortcuts
You can use standard web browser keyboard shortcuts on this website. The website does not define any custom keyboard shortcuts.
Feedback and contact details
If you experience a digital accessibility problem on this website, please contact the Chancellery of the Senate — Education, Promotion and Publications Office.
- Email: [email protected]
- Telephone: +48 22 694 93 34
- Accessibility email: [email protected]
- Accessibility telephone: +48 22 694 91 34
Handling accessibility requests and complaints
Requests and complaints concerning accessibility can be submitted by email to [email protected] or by telephone on +48 22 694 91 34.
Everyone has the right to report comments about the digital accessibility of the website or any of its elements. Everyone also has the right to request that the website or any of its elements be made digitally accessible and to request that inaccessible information be provided in an alternative format.
Your request should include your contact details, the address of the web page or the element concerned and, if you are requesting information in an alternative format, your preferred method of receiving it.
The request should be fulfilled without undue delay and no later than 7 days after receipt. If this deadline cannot be met, the public entity will inform you and specify a new deadline. The new deadline will be no later than 2 months from the date of the request.
If digital accessibility cannot be provided, the public entity may offer an alternative means of accessing the information.
If your request for digital accessibility is refused or you do not agree to the proposed alternative means of access, you may submit a complaint. Complaints can be sent by post to: Chancellery of the Senate, 6/8 Wiejska Street, 00-902 Warsaw, or by email to [email protected].
After you have exhausted the complaints procedure, you may also contact the Commissioner for Human Rights, including by email at [email protected].
Other information
Architectural accessibility
The buildings used by the Chancellery of the Senate are located at three sites.
Information for visitors to the Senate of the Republic of Poland is also available on the Visit the Senate page.
Buildings “A” and “B” of the parliamentary complex
Location
- Buildings “A” and “B” of the Chancellery of the Senate are located at 6/8 Wiejska Street in Warsaw, in the historic parliamentary complex. The main entrance to the buildings is entrance BII.
- A map of the parliamentary complex is available at the Marshal’s Guard Pass Office at 6/8 Wiejska Street in Warsaw.
Public transport
Nearest stops:
- Wiejska 01 — bus routes 107 and 159.
- Wiejska 02 — bus routes 107 and 159.
Access to the entrance, lifts, stairs and rooms, and passage through security control areas
- Documents authorising entry and vehicle access to the parliamentary complex are issued by the Marshal’s Guard. The Marshal’s Guard Pass Office is located on the Wiejska Street side, and the entrance is accessible to wheelchair users. People entering the buildings undergo a security check.
- There is a ramp at the main entrance.
- The main entrance doors have touch-operated opening.
- Building “A” has a lift with voice announcements and tactile markings, suitable for wheelchair users. Buildings “A” and “B” are connected internally at level 1. An external lift at building “A” serves all floors from level -1 to the second floor.
- The Senate Chamber is accessible to wheelchair users.
- Accessible toilets are available in the buildings.
- The height of the counter at the Marshal’s Guard post and in the cloakroom is suitable for wheelchair users.
- Stairs lead to all floors of the buildings.
Parking accessibility
Three parking spaces are designated for persons with disabilities within the parliamentary complex. Vehicle access requires a document authorising entry to the complex.
Access with an assistance dog
Assistance dogs are permitted in the buildings.
Building at 2 Frascati Street
Location
- The building, which is co-managed by the Chancellery of the Senate, is located at 2 Frascati Street in Warsaw, in the historic parliamentary complex. Its main entrance is entrance “C” from Senacka Street.
- A map of the parliamentary complex is available at the Marshal’s Guard Pass Office at 6/8 Wiejska Street in Warsaw.
- The offices of the Chancellery of the Senate are located on the second and third floors.
Public transport
Nearest stops:
- Wiejska 01 — bus routes 107 and 159.
- Wiejska 02 — bus routes 107 and 159.
- pl. Trzech Krzyży 03 — bus routes 116, 118, 166, 180, 222, 503 and E-2.
- pl. Trzech Krzyży 02 — bus routes 108, 116, 118, 127, 166, 180, 222, 503, 518 and E-2.
- pl. Trzech Krzyży 04 — bus routes 116, 127, 171 and 517.
- pl. Trzech Krzyży 06 — bus routes 108 and 518.
Access to the entrance, lifts and stairs, and passage through security control areas
- Documents authorising entry to the building and vehicle access to the parliamentary complex are issued by the Marshal’s Guard. The Marshal’s Guard Pass Office is located on the Wiejska Street side, and the entrance is accessible to wheelchair users.
- The main entrance from Senacka Street has no architectural barriers.
- The building has a lift suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is at least one wheelchair-accessible toilet on each floor.
- Stairs lead to all floors of the building.
Parking accessibility
Three parking spaces are designated for persons with disabilities within the parliamentary complex. Vehicle access requires a document authorising entry to the complex.
Access with an assistance dog
Assistance dogs are permitted in the building.
Building at 12 Smolna Street
Location
The historic building managed by the Chancellery of the Senate is located at 12 Smolna Street in Warsaw.
Public transport
Nearest stops:
- Muzeum Narodowe 01 — bus routes 111, 117, 158, 507 and 521.
- Muzeum Narodowe 02 — bus routes 111, 117, 158, 507 and 521.
- Muzeum Narodowe 05 — tram routes 7, 9, 22, 24 and 25.
- Muzeum Narodowe 06 — tram routes 7, 9, 22, 24 and 25.
Access to the entrance, lifts, stairs and parking
- The main entrance is on the Smolna Street side. The entrance from the courtyard has a platform for wheelchair users.
- Entry to and exit from the building takes place in the presence of a Chancellery of the Senate employee.
- One parking space is available in the inner courtyard by prior arrangement with the Marshal’s Guard.
- The building has a lift with voice announcements and tactile markings, suitable for wheelchair users.
- An accessible toilet is available on the ground floor.
- Stairs lead to all floors of the building.
Access with an assistance dog
Assistance dogs are permitted in the building.
Communication and information accessibility
You can contact the Chancellery of the Senate — Education, Promotion and Publications Office by telephone on +48 22 694 93 34 or by email at [email protected].
When notified in advance (up to 3 working days), the Chancellery of the Senate may in selected cases provide a sign language interpreter on site or online.