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“Brexit or not – we’re still in”
On day one of Brexit, British cities commit to European cooperation. “Our country might have left the European Union – but we are certainly not leaving Europe,” mayors from the network Eurocities state in a joint message.
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Fight racism wherever you find it
This year we have seen the stark inequalities the pandemic has highlighted and witnessed the huge Black Lives Matter movement globally. In Europe, cities are working to address racism, including in Glasgow and Lisbon.
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Inspiring stories on cultural heritage
From fortresses that rise like a phoenix from the ashes, to walls that whisper secrets of the past - this isn't a new Harry Potter novel, it's a collection of best practices on cultural heritage in the EU's cities and regions.
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Putting people first in the green energy transition
How do we put people first when moving to a green and digital economy in times of crisis recovery? Bringing together social and environmental goals is a key task for many cities now focussing on recovery efforts.
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A recovery for one, a recovery for all
Many cities are reeling from the coronavirus crisis, while the spectre of climate change is still on the horizon. But how will cities finance the shift to a greener future, and how will they include everyone?
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Glasgow – What does it mean to be green?
What is Glasgow's secret to combining climate action, resilience and recovery, and making them relevant to local communities?
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UK cities remain European partners despite Brexit
British cities have expressed their commitment to European cooperation even after Brexit. “City to city collaboration at a European level and cooperation within the Eurocities network has never been more important”, reads a statement of UK Core Cities.
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Cities pledge over €14 billion to fight poverty and social exclusion
44 cities, representing more than 51 million citizens, have jointly pledged €14.2 billion in social investment measures towards creating a fairer, more equal and inclusive Europe.
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Exit from Covid-19 crisis must be digital, local and work for all
The COVID-19 crisis in our cities is proving to us that a fair and rapid digital transition is not only possible, but also more necessary than ever before.
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Cities pledge to beat EU targets on climate emissions
Cities are showing leadership on climate and demanding European level action on the eve of the publication of the Communication on the European Green Deal tomorrow.
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