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Cities need EU and national support to deliver lower urban speeds
European cities are proving that lower urban speeds save lives and create safer, healthier and more liveable streets. But cities need EU and national support to deliver Vision Zero.
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Investing in Europe starts with cities: Ghent’s neighbourhood-first lesson
New ESPON URDICO research shows how EU funding is helping the city of Ghent connect climate action, housing, mobility and social inclusion. Ghent's experience demonstrates that EU investment works best when cities are directly involved in shaping funding around local needs.
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From ad hoc response to strategic resilience: how cities prepare for migration and population change
Housing, participation, communication and trust: how cities are moving from crisis response to resilient inclusion strategies.
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The future of the European Social Fund is at stake
The first episode of Eurocities' new podcast series, 'Cities with no margins', examines the future of ESF+ and why cities must have a stronger voice in social funding.
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Madrid’s LEZ clears the air
Madrid’s low emission zone (LEZ) has been a long time in the making. As of January 2025, it’s fully implemented and covers the entire municipal area, but the journey hasn't been without challenges.
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A new urban compass for the European Pillar of Social Rights
Taking place at the European Parliament on 26 March, this meeting will discuss the future of the European Pillar of Social Rights and local governments' essential role in its implementation.
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Air and noise pollution, a deadly pair
Polluted air and noise harm health in Europe. Cities are taking action while progress at European level is slow.
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Building welcoming and inclusive cities
Local leaders call to be included in migration and asylum policymaking and receive direct funding to integrate refugees and combat rising inequalities.
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A sustainable and inclusive culture: European cities take the lead
Culture drives social and environmental change, shaping identities and economies, and cities lead the way: it's time for the EU to step up.
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When public money runs low
Cities face funding challenges for climate action. Valladolid’s blend of subsidies, EPC and soft loans shows how innovative financing can drive energy transition, reduce costs, and engage communities.
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New MEPs bring city government experience to Brussels
One in three newly elected MEPs bring experience from city governments, reflecting a growing urban influence in EU policymaking. These 'urban champions' embody cities' vision for EU policies that prioritise local challenges. Read our new analysis.
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Mastering accessibility – the Viennese inspiration
Vienna won the 2025 Access City Award, recognising its ongoing efforts to improve the lives of persons with disabilities.
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Urban Digital Twins: Transforming city planning
Urban Digital Twins are revolutionising city planning. New training from Eurocities and the Barcelona Supercomputing Center is showing city officials how this technology can address major challenges like climate change and mobility.
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Digital and green solutions for all
Espoo, Rotterdam, Turin, Madrid and Lodz present their initiatives to ensure the digital transformation and the green transition leave nobody behind.
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