Saudi Arabia begins disability rights inspections with fines up to SAR500,000
Gulf News
Saudi Arabia has initiated direct inspections of private and non-profit organizations for disability rights violations, imposing fines that can reach SAR500,000 for serious discriminatory practices. The Authority for the Care of People with Disabilities now enforces measures against entities that prevent equal access to education, healthcare, employment, or financial services based on disability. This enforcement mechanism operationalizes the protections established by the 2023 Law on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, allowing inspectors to investigate complaints and penalize non-compliant businesses.
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