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European Commission policy priorities

This overview by Open Access Government examines the priorities of three departments within the European Commission. It covers topics such as tech sovereignty, security and democracy, social rights and skills, quality jobs and preparedness, as well as the cohesion and reforms portfolios.

Local government’s financial crisis: Are local institutions disappearing?

One in five English councils on the brink of bankruptcy: What will it take to save them?

Britain has a plan to let aid through in Gaza

After an assessment by the World Food Program (WFP), the hunger crisis in Gaza has reached a critical point.

South Africa accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza

South Africa has filed a case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing Israel of breaching the UN convention on genocide in its actions against Palestinians in Gaza.

Rockford associates: Providing a financial lifeline for councils in 2024 and beyond

Recovery audit specialists, Rockford Associates, discuss how increasing financial pressures are impacting local councils, the services they provide, and, therefore, the welfare of residents, and how their company can help.

What can local governments do to combat heat stress and increase safety?

Wildfires and record heat waves turn our summers into a nightmare. In this vein, what can local governments do to combat heat stress and increase safety? Vasileios Latinos, Head of Resilience and Climate Adaptation at ICLEI Europe, provides a detailed response.

Public sector trend predictions 2024: Addressing challenges and embracing innovation

In an ever-shifting landscape of public governance and services, the year 2024 promises to bring about notable transformations and challenges for the public sector. As we explore the public sector trends across different facets of the public sector, the common thread is the call for adaptability and innovation.

Qatar and the Israel-Hamas conflict: Hybrid mediation power on display

Here, Professor Vassilis K. Fouskas explains the diplomatic and mediative powers of Qatar and its influence in the current Israel-Hamas conflict.

UK Government: Disabled people urged to work from home or face benefit cuts

In a significant policy shift, the UK government, led by Chief Secretary to the Treasury Laura Trott, urges disabled people with mobility and mental health challenges to work from home or risk losing benefits, emphasising it as a citizen's duty.

Israel and Hamas reach hostage deal, temporarily halt fighting in Gaza

In a groundbreaking diplomatic move, Israel and Hamas, with Qatari mediation, have agreed to a four-day pause in the conflict.

The ENGAGE final event: Enhancing citizen involvement in disaster preparedness

Enhancing citizen involvement in disaster preparedness, response and recovery: A step forward for the Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority (HERA)?.

UK-ROK accord strengthens sanctions enforcement against North Korea

UK-ROK accord: The Republic of Korea and the UK (ROK) have signed an Accord solidifying their commitment to jointly enforce United Nations Security Council (UNSC) sanctions against North Korea.

King’s Speech: Setting a new economic direction? 

The King's Speech announced a roadmap for a better and brighter future for the country, focussing on economic growth, further strengthening the NHS, stricter measures on crime, energy security and the UK’s international standing on global issues, but how does the Government plan to do this?

UK’s Sunak faces setback as Rwanda migrant scheme deemed ‘unlawful’

The UK's Supreme Court dealt a blow to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, declaring the Rwanda migrant scheme unlawful, impacting his immigration policy ahead of the upcoming election..

The Cabinet reshuffle: Everything you need to know

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has held a cabinet reshuffle, bringing back ex-prime minister Lord David Cameron as foreign secretary .

EU needs shared border management for human rights

José Antonio Moreno Díaz, EESC member and Co-rapporteur for the EESC opinion on Multiannual strategic policy for European integrated border management, says the EU needs shared border management that guarantees human rights.

Science, research and innovation policy in Canada

Open Access Government provides background and updates on Canada’s science, research and innovation policy.

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