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The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
The cross pinnacle on the Tower of Jesus Christ will be ready to receive visitors in 2026 on the centennial of Gaudi’s death
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
Steffen Romstöck said that he would respect the residents’ choice and would take over the helm of the municipality, even if he didn’t run
The measure, which will come into force from 1 January 2025, will be partial and temporary…for now
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
But operating them is still illegal under the country’s legislation
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Plus, it has a unique modular design that allows it to be shortened and lengthened like a train
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
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
On the eve of the new academic year, the ranking considers several distinct but essential factors
Following a successful trial phase, these quiet areas will now be available on all main routes in the country
The academic institution shows a deeper understanding of the well-being of its students
The Iberian country is having local and regional elections in conjunction with those to the European Parliament
This Sunday, together with the elections to the European Parliament, Spain is having municipal and autonomous elections. As we explained in our earlier analysis, with so many choices to make within one month, things are nothing less than complicated. Here is an overview of the administrative details to take into consideration.
First, Spain is a decentralised unitary state and a Parliamentary monarchy since 1978. Apart from the central level of governance, there are also regional and local levels represented by the autonomous communities, the provinces and the municipalities.
Twelve out of the seventeen Autonomous communities will be electing regional parliaments this week, namely Aragon, Asturias, the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, Cantabria, Castile and Leon, Castilla-La Mancha, Extremadura, La Rioja, Madrid, Murcia and Navarre. Up for grabs are 715 out of 1,208 seats. Between 1979 and 1983, the communities have been separately gaining autonomy starting from the Basque country, Catalonia, Galicia and Andalusia. The process of decentralization continuted up until the creation of all the current 17 autonomous regions. Their respective governing bodies have legislative powers and competences in a number of areas, including changes in municipal boundaries, public order, environmental protection and planning and urbanism.
Each community is further divided into provinces which act as a link with the smallest unit of local governance, namely the municipalities. The former will elect seats to provincial deputations as well.
Then, there are 8124 municipalities (as of 2017, according to Eurostat). The municipalities (mostly governed by Ayuntamientos or city councils, presided by a mayor) are responsible for local matters, including public safety, urban policies and civil protection. The number of councillors varies depending on the population from 3 to 25 for municipalities up to 100 000 persons. For each additional 100 000 persons, another councillor is added (or two if the number is even). They serve four year terms and unlike other European countries, the Mayor is not directly elected. On the contrary, he is selected among the leaders of party lists by the councillors elected to the council, provided that he wins an absolute majority.
According to a recent poll by GAD3 for ABC the socialist party PSOE is on the lead with 30% followed with a large distance by Partido Popular with 20%. By the 20th may 2019, the support for Ciudadanos was 12%, 8% for Podemos and only 4% for Vox.
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
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
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
Urban dwellers across the EU are having a say in making their surroundings friendlier to people and the environment.
Forests in the EU can help green the European construction industry and bolster a continent-wide push for architectural improvements.
Apply by 10 November and do your part for the transformation of European public spaces
An interview with the Mayor of a Polish city that seeks to reinvent itself
An interview with the newly elected ICLEI President and Mayor of Malmö
A conversation with the Mayor of Lisbon about the spirit and dimensions of innovation present in the Portuguese capital
