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    Report on Mental health in cities: Beyond traditional healthcare services

    This report focuses on mental health (Principle 16 of the European Pillar of Social Rights – Access to Health). It highlights how cities are creating policies and services that not only target mental health but also address the social factors, such as housing, employment and social inclusion, that greatly impact citizens’ wellbeing.

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    Survey of city governments: City innovation needs political recognition and long-term investment

    The latest edition of the Eurocities Pulse Survey provides insights into local government innovation across Europe. Based on responses from 65 cities, the survey finds city governments recognise the need to innovative their administrations. However, to tackle urgent challenges such as climate change, they need ambitious political plans and long-term innovation investment.

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  • Policy papers

    For an ambitious EU Framework on Climate Adaptation and Resilience

    The Eurocities policy paper “For an ambitious EU Framework on Climate Adaptation and Resilience” lays out a comprehensive vision for strengthening urban resilience against the intensifying impacts of climate change. It emphasises the urgent need for a cohesive and ambitious EU Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan that aligns with other key initiatives.

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    EU Food Cities: policy and practices

    Discover how the Food Trails project empowered 11 cities to transform urban food systems with innovative tools, pilot actions, and global collaboration.

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    Cities as key partners in EU research and innovation plans

    In this Eurocities policy statement, city leaders call on the EU to ensure they are recognised as central partners in the development and implementation of research and innovation plans, particularly the upcoming EU Framework Programme 10.

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    Empowering cities through the next EU Budget

    As the EU enters negotiations on its post-2027 budget, this policy statement states that cities must have a stronger role in EU funding programmes to drive sustainable growth, improve social inclusion and tackle climate change. Cities call for better multilevel governance and direct access to EU funding.

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    A strong Cohesion Policy promoting urban transformation

    In this policy statement, city leaders call on the EU to ensure a robust, well-funded Cohesion Policy after 2027, tailored to their needs and based on strong governance, trusted partnerships, and simplified financial support for cities.

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    Pathways for Food 2030 led Urban Food Policies

    The final publication from the Food Trails project synthesises four years of work, insights, and best practices shared by the project partners. It serves as both a knowledge sharing document and a guide for future policy action.

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    Food Trails Crosscutting Managers – EU Food 2030 Strategy into practice

    European cities face growing pressures related to rising costs of living, increased inequality and evolving political landscapes affecting funding and operations. The lessons learned from the Food Trails Crosscutting Managers underscore the importance of collaborative approaches and adaptive strategies in addressing evolving socioeconomic challenges.

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    Food Trails Stories: 11 videos showcasing the project’s Living Labs

    This video series takes you on a journey through the living labs of the 11 cities involved in the Food Trails project, where innovative pilot actions have been implemented to address urban food challenges. Each video showcases a partner city’s pilot actions, their beneficiaries, their results, and how these have driven progress in local food policy development.

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