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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 1d

📣 City leaders call for EU partnership to overcome #EUBudget mistakes

This week, city leaders met MEPs & European Commissioners in Strasbourg, the seat of the @europarl.europa.eu, to warn the proposals for the next EU budget must be improved to meet cities’ needs.

🔗Learn more 👉 lnkd.in/eee-r2kF

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 2d

In Glasgow, food support means dignity, not queues.

The City Food Plan brings together 60+ local groups to run community pantries and projects that fight food insecurity with trust and care.

Read the story 👉https://eurocities.eu/stories/from-food-insecurity-to-collective-action-in-glasgow/

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 6d

📣 Europe’s mayors call for a central role in EU enlargement

At the Timisoara Cities Summit, mayors made it clear that EU enlargement is a vital security measure for Europe.

They stated cities must have a stronger voice in EU enlargement discussions & better access to funding.

👉 lnkd.in/eqzhzcAN

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 7d

#UMD25 wraps up today! Day 3️⃣ brought insightful discussions on delivering #lowemission public #transport, the role of #urbanmobility in the new EU agenda, #gender-inclusive solutions for urban transport & more 🚇🚌🚎

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 7d

Last week, the Eurocities Culture Forum 2025 took place in Brno under the theme 'Spaces for vibrant cultural and creative scenes'.

Cities shared inspiring examples to make culture more sustainable and inclusive and explored Brno’s vibrant cultural spaces.

Read the story here: buff.ly/JCpSqfR

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 9d

#UMD25 has officially kicked off. Day 1️⃣ started out strong with the Politicians Exchange Forum. Then, the plenary on #UrbanNodes highlighted their importance in the TEN-T network. The day ended with a full house in the Cycling Counts workshop! #UrbanMobility #cycling

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 22d

🍅 Marseille's food revolution

🌱 From urban farms to mobile grocery stores, local action is reshaping food access and community ties. But the closure of Cité de l’Agriculture reminds us that without long-term support, even the best ideas can fade.

Read more 👉 eurocities.eu/stories/dont...

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 22d

🚲 #MobilityWeek 2025 has officially begun!
Over the week, more than 2,500 towns & #cities across Europe will inspire their citizens to choose public transport, walking, or #cycling while raising awareness of the 🌱 environmental & 🤝 social benefits of greener #mobility options.

🔗 www.mobilityweek.eu

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 24d

In August, European mayors travelled to Istanbul to stand with Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu & defend democratic values.

Following the mission, Haris Doukas, Mayor of #Athens & Vassil Terziev, Mayor of #Sofia, write in @politico.eu ➡️ “Europe must act for Mayor İmamoğlu”

🔗 Read the Op-Ed: lnkd.in/eaRt__87

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 29d

🎉 One year of the Eurocities Shadow Commission!

From Strasbourg to Brussels, mayors have amplified the voices of Europeans, shaping debates on climate, housing, migration & democracy.

Europe’s future will be decided in its cities.

Read more 👉 eurocities.eu/stories/cele...

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 29d

To learn more about the priorities, challenges and achievements of Europe's mayors in 2025, read this year's #EurocitiesPulse Mayors Survey

👉 monitor.eurocities.eu/eurocities-p...

Eurocities Pulse: Mayors Survey - 2025 Monitor Eurocities

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · 29d

❓ How have mayors’ priorities changed in the past three years?

Our comparison of #EurocitiesPulse Mayors Surveys from 2023, 2024 & 2025 reveals clear insights:

🌍 Climate action is mayors' top priority
🏘️ Housing has surged in importance
🤝 Social inclusion is crucial for mayors

Watch our graphic 👇

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · Sep 9

Interested to learn more? Join the Eurocities webinar THIS Thursday ⤵️
Planning streets for Child Autonomy and Social Inclusion
📅 11 September
⏰10:00 - 12:00 CEST
Register here ➡️ events.teams.microsoft.com/event/11d9dc...

Eurocities @eurocities.eu · Sep 9

Young people in #Warsaw are changing streets, changing minds, and changing #mobility culture. 🚲

Read the full story ➡️ eurocities.eu/stories/wars...

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · Sep 9

🚨 Yesterday marked the close of the EU public consultation on greening corporate fleets!

This pivotal initiative highlights the critical role large corporate fleets can play in accelerating the shift to #zeroemission #mobility in #cities. 🌱🚗
Find our recommendations ➡️ ec.europa.eu/info/law/bet...

European Commission - Have your say

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · Sep 5

🌱 From school menus to climate goals, Bergamo shows how food policy can drive big change.

Bergamo’s food journey is inspiring cities across Europe.

Do you also want to learn how Bergamo connects canteens, farmers & climate goals through food? Read more 👉 eurocities.eu/stories/berg...

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · Sep 4

🎉 #Leuven has signed the Eurocities Lille Call to Action for a more sustainable, inclusive cultural sector!

🔁 As the 55th city to sign, Leuven strengthens the movement of European cities working for greener, more accessible culture.

Will your city be next?
📩 Email 👉 [email protected]

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · Aug 26

Amsterdam’s Amped shows how food systems can keep value local & fair.

But without stronger support, many pioneers risk disappearing.

Read this story of networks, peer learning & resilience 👇
eurocities.eu/stories/food...

#FoodSystems #CleverfoodEU

Food systems in play: Amsterdam’s long game for fairer futures - Eurocities

In Amsterdam, Amped is reinventing food systems through networks and community ownership but without stronger European support, change stays fragile.

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · Aug 20

From fire hoses to survival skills, Tallinn’s Crisis Breakers show how ordinary people can make cities more resilient in times of crisis.

Read, like and share their story 👉https://eurocities.eu/stories/tallinns-everyday-people-prepare-for-the-unexpected/

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · Aug 18

From school meals to food waste hubs, Milan is turning food into a tool for sustainability and social inclusion.

A recent #CleverfoodEU visit inspired Bury, Greater Manchester, and Glasgow.

Read how food became everyone’s business in Milan 👉 eurocities.eu/stories/insi...

#FoodSystems

Inside Milan’s food story - Eurocities

Milan’s food policy links school meals, urban farms, and waste reduction, inspiring Bury, Greater Manchester, and Glasgow through shared learning.

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · Aug 14

The Socio-Health Day Centre in Ungheni is a model of integrated community care offering medical, physiotherapy, hygiene, and home-based support, with 5,000 outreach visits annually.

A model of dignity, health and social inclusion.

Read, like and share 👉 eurocities.eu/stories/soci...

Socio-Health Day Centre in Ungheni: A model of integrated community care - Eurocities

The Moldovan centre provides integrated medical and social care, restoring dignity, health, and connection for vulnerable residents.

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · Aug 12

Vitoria-Gasteiz is leading the way in urban transformation with its innovative food system strategies. From regenerative agriculture to community-driven governance, there's much to learn.

A must-read for policymakers and urban leaders.

Read, like and share 👉 eurocities.eu/stories/grow...

Growing together: lessons from Vitoria-Gasteiz - Eurocities

Vitoria-Gasteiz is transforming its food system using EU projects, local stakeholders, and inclusive governance to spark change beyond its competences.

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · Jul 29

📣 Cities are crucial for Europe’s future.
❗But they face challenges, such as limited EU resources & shrinking budgets.

In response, cities are calling for:
🔹An EU-cities partnership
🔹A new EU Policy Agenda for Cities
🔹Direct funding in next #EUBudget

Read the #EurocitiesMonitor: lnkd.in/eESAibdX

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Eurocities @eurocities.eu · Jul 24

Pau is leading the way in tackling Europe’s food security challenges! 🌱

Through the innovative #GreenBelt initiative, this city is helping the next generation of farmers thrive, while fostering sustainability and local food systems.

Read more 👉 eurocities.eu/stories/grow...

#UrbanFoodSystems

Growing change in Pau - Eurocities

Pau’s agglomeration links food, land and community action offering concrete solutions and inspiration for cities rethinking local food systems.

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POLITICO Europe @politico.eu · Jul 17

The most direct contact many European citizens have with the EU is through infrastructure financed with regional development funds that come from the bloc’s central budget ― think roads, metro stations and municipal football fields.

VDL to Europe’s cities: You’re on your own

Local and regional leaders say the European Commission’s new budget proposal could sever a vital financial lifeline to their communities.

www.politico.eu

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