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Who cares about sharing?
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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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London protecting community spaces at risk
A new £750,000 fund for grassroots organisations hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic will help protect community-led spaces that are supporting the most vulnerable people.
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London on a mission to ensure a green and just recovery
After taking an economic hit from the coronavirus pandemic, the British capital is embarking on a quest with nine missions to build the city back better.
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Gender Equity (CHANGE) Launch Event
Los Angeles, Barcelona, Freetown, London, Mexico City and Tokyo are proud to launch CHANGE - the world’s first international city network dedicated to the pursuit of gender equality.
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Are cities ready for the future?
In discussion with European Commission vice-president Maroš Šefčovič, Europe's major cities showed how they are instilling resilience in the core of their strategies, and made the case for stronger collaboration with the EU to ensure a sustainable urban future.
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Privacy in the smart city
Is there a conflict between the right to privacy and the smart city? Guest writer Chris Jones and our data policy officer tackle the topic head on.
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Opportunities and challenges in a digital era – Cities meeting with Margrethe Vestager
Ahead of the announced Digital Services Act, mayors and leaders from 12 European cities met with European Commission Executive Vice-President, Margrethe Vestager.
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Short Term Holiday Rentals: large European cities seek EU cooperation
Mayors and representatives of cities want stronger regulations on the Short Term Holiday Rental market in order to counter the harmful impact of STHR on the housing market and make neighbourhoods more liveable.
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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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22 cities call for stronger European regulation of holiday rental platforms
European cities call for tougher laws on short-term tourist accommodation.
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