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On 7 December, we mark 25 years of the EU’s Charter of Fundamental Rights. It guarantees fundamental rights for everyone in the EU, including fair working conditions, freedom of movement and speech, the right to vote, personal data protection, and access to education and healthcare.
The Council and European Parliament have reached a deal to postpone the application of the EU deforestation law and introduce further simplification measures. These will focus on reducing administrative burdens while preserving the objectives of the existing rules on deforestation-free products.
Zaragoza (Spain) has won the 2026 Access City Award, for its outstanding efforts to making the city accessible for persons with disabilities. Initiatives include accessible homes, a fully accessible tram network, extensive step-free pedestrian routes, and certified accessible websites and apps.
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