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Economy

Public spending across Europe: Where does the money go?

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Economy

Public services vs. tax cuts: What are Europeans willing to sacrifice?

Four in ten EU citizens believe taxes are too high and support tax cuts, even if this leads to fewer or lower-quality public services. Still, about a quarter favour paying higher taxes in return for better and expanded services.

Europe in Motion

E-government services spectacularly ignored by EU citizens: Why?

Less than half of the bloc's population uses the internet to source public benefits, entitlements, laws or services. It could also be due to low digital literacy in Europe.

United Kingdom

UK ambulance service pleads with public to stop non-urgent calls

Ambulance Service, is the patient breathing? Yes, but we haven’t got any heating due to a power cut, can someone bring us a heater?

Mobility

A driverless shuttle is leaving this rural community less isolated

Some say driverless vehicles are the future of mobility in rural areas but there are many challenges to address before they can be fully implemented.

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Mobility

World's most liveable city: Is transport secret to Vienna's success?

The Austrian capital was voted "most liveable city in the world" by The Economist in part because of its public transport.

The Big Question

The flight of the Unicorn - how Estonia gained its wings

Digitalisation has made the country a hub for tech unicorns, Sandra Särav, Estonia's deputy minister for Economy and Innovation, explains how they did it.

Economy

Ireland has a budget surplus: Why has it been warned to stop spending?

Ireland's fiscal watchdog has advised the government to pinch pennies before October's budget announcement.

Travel News

‘Couldn’t take it’: Ibiza locals fed up with tourism leave the island

One local teacher flies to and from Ibiza every day because she can't afford to live on the island.

United Kingdom

UK schools forced to rely on teaching assistants to cover absences

Teaching assistants are being asked to take over teaching duties when teachers are absent, without enough help or pay, according to a UNISON report.

World News

How satisfied are Europeans with their public services?

The UK, Ireland, Germany and Luxembourg have all seen satisfaction with public services drop markedly over the last 12 years.

Earth News

German citizens could soon advise the government on food policy

German public opinion could soon play a role in parliament through new citizens’ assembly.

United Kingdom

Two London police officers charged for taking selfies at murder scene

The two policemen had been suspended since last June, after their arrest.

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Spanish take to their balconies to applaud medical staff

The tribute came in response to calls on social media for people to express their appreciation to Spain's medical professionals.