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A message from Ekrem İmamoğlu: “Democracy will prevail”
In a letter to accept the City Heroes award at the Eurocities Awards 2026, Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, states that the honour is a powerful message of solidarity with the people of Istanbul and everyone defending democracy in Turkiye and across Europe.
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Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, Oulu and Stockholm win Eurocities Awards 2026
This year’s winners showed exceptional dedication to driving lasting urban improvements, strengthening local democracy and building fairer, greener and more resilient cities for everyone.
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Buying zero-emission buses: procurement that reshapes operations and infrastructure
European cities are moving from pilots to full deployment of zero-emission buses. Lessons from Utrecht, Rome and London show how planning, procurement and governance shape the transition, highlighting both the opportunities and complexities of electrifying public transport at scale.
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Why public procurement matters now: how cities are shaping markets and delivering change
From Oslo to Madrid, cities are using public procurement to drive climate action, innovation and social goals. But legal uncertainty and limited capacity still hold them back across Europe.
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Working in teams is much more efficient and beneficial for the child in the long term
While the world around children has transformed dramatically, their core struggles remain much the same. Since 1955, the Centre for Mental Health of Children and Adolescents in Ljubljana has continued to offer holistic support to help young people and families thrive.
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“Cities will struggle to function if we cannot offer affordable housing for residents”
Dennis de Vries, Utrecht’s alderman for housing, discusses how the city is addressing the housing crisis through innovative and inclusive solutions. Key measures include housing cooperatives, shared housing, and long-term affordable ownership for middle-income households.
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European Mobility Week: Making mobility for everyone
European Mobility Week puts people first. Across Europe, towns and cities celebrate and encourage cleaner, safer and more inclusive ways to move. Learn how cities across Europe celebrated.
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European cities turn solidarity into action
Through humanitarian funding, ethical procurement, civic mobilisation, and community cohesion measures, cities are finding ways to help protect rights and support aid delivery.
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From corporate fleets to city streets
Large corporate fleets are still lagging in the shift to zero-emission mobility. The EU’s Greening Corporate Fleets initiative is a chance to align fleet reform with city goals on climate, air quality and mobility.
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City leaders call for EU partnership to overcome budget mistakes
Meeting with MEPs and EU Commissioners in Strasbourg, city leaders warned the proposals for the next EU budget risk side-lining city governments. They stated that the budget and upcoming Cities Agenda must give cities the means to deliver a sustainable, prosperous future for Europe.
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Toulouse: Breaking barriers and opening doors for all
For many, accessibility is not an abstract policy goal but an integral part of daily life. Toulouse municipality is addressing gaps in disability inclusion, both persistent and emerging.
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Timisoara Declaration: Cities call for a central role in EU enlargement
At the Timisoara Cities Summit, mayors stated that EU enlargement is not only a political opportunity but a vital security measure for Europe. They called for cities to have a central role in enlargement, with a stronger voice in EU discussions and better access to funding.
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Spaces for vibrant cultural and creative scenes
What will the cultural spaces of the future look like? Will they be reimagined factories humming with creativity, historic halls repurposed for new generations, or temporary structures that spark dialogue before moving elsewhere?
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Leuven commits to a more sustainable and inclusive culture
Leuven has become the 55th city to sign the Eurocities Lille Call to Action on Sustainable Culture, committing to link its climate goals with cultural policy.
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