Thessaloniki gets ready for its metro launch in November
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
The city has set up a massive fund that is meant to prevent layoffs and protects workers and business owners from economic fallout
With the spread of the coronavirus affecting pretty much every part of the world, it is up to all levels of governance to assist in combating its effects. To that end, local authorities in Berlin have updated their crisis response strategy and have revealed their new approach to aiding those who are affected by the economic slowdown and downturn caused by the pandemic – namely business owners and their employees.
Berlin authorities have been working hand-in-hand with federal and regional officials to develop a three-stage rapid response approach that would take the pressure off of businesses through funding, and thus prevent layoffs and potential bankruptcies.
The first stage of Berlin’s crisis response strategy is to immediately send aid to those companies who are directly impacted by the coronavirus crisis. The second stage is to prolong, expand and carry out these measures as long as it is necessary for the economy to stabilize. Finally, the local government is already working on its strategy for when the pandemic subsides and local businesses are in need of revitalization.
In terms of concrete measures, the German capital envisions the following:
By providing rapid and effective measures to tackle the crisis, the local government of Berlin proves to be a reliable partner to both citizens and businesses operating in the urban area.
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
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The 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns (ESCT) sets the stage for stronger cooperation between the EU, national and local level to fast track Europe's transition to climate neutrality.
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region
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