Scottish MP died yesterday after a long illness. Former vice-president and treasurer of the Assembly of European Regions (AER) John was known as a strong pro European politician. During his vice-presidency within the AER, he was Convenor of Fife Council, before he went into Parliament. His contribution to the AER was not only appreciated during his term between 1994 and … [Read more...]
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Subsidiarity Man jumps from bridge to set new world record
Dictionaries from across Europe agree to include the word “subsidiarity” as Microsoft continues to ignore demands Mostar, Herzegovina-Neretva Canton (BiH), 28 July 2008 Subsidiarity: the principle that decisions should be taken as closely as possible to the citizen. Thousands of onlookers chanted “subsidijarnost” yesterday as Subsidiarity Man jumped from the famous Old … [Read more...]
Regional politicians of Ukraine unite to call for greater role in multi-level governance
Donetsk (UA), 15 July 2008 A conference hosted by the Donetsk Oblast (UA) with the participation of 19 Ukrainian regions adopted a declaration* today that opens the door to more effective multi-level governance in that country. The Assembly of European Regions (AER) organised today’s conference to help the regions of Ukraine – six of which are AER members – … [Read more...]
The Lisbon Treaty: A licence for grass-roots action!
Wroclaw, Lower Silesia (PL), 11 June 2008 As the EU awaits the outcome of Ireland's referendum on the Treaty of Lisbon, the political leaders of Europe's regions were debating the implications for citizens of a ratified Treaty. The Assembly of European Regions (AER) held Presidium and Bureau sessions this week in Wroclaw (Lower Silesia region, Poland) ahead of a European … [Read more...]
Taking the lead on demographic change, AER takes a new approach to old challenges
Umeå, Västerbotten (S), 2 June 2008 What can European regions do to boost fertility rates? What should they be doing for elderly care? How can regions support active healthy ageing? And how can regional policy and budgeting address the challenges posed by demographic change? These were just some of the questions addressed today at an Assembly of European Regions' (AER) … [Read more...]
Europe: So close yet so far? AER launches 2008 Communicating Europe Award
Brussels (B), 23 May 2008 More than 80 representatives of around 50 regions from across Europe gathered yesterday and today for the Assembly of European Regions' (AER) 'Europe: So close yet so far?' conference. Hosted by the Hessen (D) regional representation in Brussels, the conference showcased regional best practices in communicating Europe to citizens. A discussion panel … [Read more...]
Cultural tourism: The future of sustainable development within Europe’s regions
Ustron, Silesia (PL), 16 May 2008 Gathering regional politicians and officers from across wider Europe, the Assembly of European Regions' (AER) Committee 3 today concluded three days of seminars and meetings in Ustron (Silesia, PL). An AER seminar entitled "Setting out for new horizons European Regions develop cultural tourism' kicked off the gathering. "Europe's … [Read more...]
AER asks young citizens: ” Do you Speak European ? “
The Assembly of European Regions (AER) is marking Europe Day this year by communicating Europe to young citizens. As part of AER's 'Do you speak European?' competition, young people from Romania, Croatia, Sweden and United Kingdom are today presenting their artistic talents in response to the question 'What does Europe mean to you?' Last year's winner of AER's Most Youth … [Read more...]
Awarded: The Best AER Youth Ambassador on Sustainable Development Project 2007/2008
The Assembly of European Regions (AER) awarded today its Best AER Youth Ambassador on Sustainable Development Project 2007/2008 to a young Czech who has been raising awareness of the issue in his region. AER's Youth Ambassadors had earlier presented their projects on 'Sustainable Development' to Ladislav Miko, Director of Directorate B Protecting the Natural Environment, … [Read more...]
Michèle Sabban appointed Acting President of Assembly of European Regions
Strasbourg (F), 24 April 2008 Ile-de-France (F) Vice-President Michèle Sabban was this week appointed Acting President of the Assembly of European Regions (AER). She will be Acting President until AER's General Assembly appoints a new President in November. "I regret Riccardo Illy's departure from the AER Presidency, to which he brought a new essential dimension. I will do my … [Read more...]
Young people from the regions @ work!
AER hosts four day training for Youth Team Strasbourg (F), 14 March 2008 An intense four-day training session at the Assembly of European Regions (AER) Secretariat concluded today for the seven members of AER's Youth Team. Politically involved in their regions and elected by AER Youth Ambassadors for a two-year mandate, their duty is to give young people a voice both … [Read more...]
Political leaders of Europe’s regions meet in Frankfurt
The Presidium of the Assembly of European Regions, the largest network of regions in the wider Europe, gathers in Frankfurt to discuss future EU budget and cohesion policy Frankfurt, Hessen (D), 9 March 2008 At the invitation of the Government of Hessen (D), a meeting today of the Assembly of European Regions' (AER) Presidium was held at the Maintower' in Frankfurt. AER is … [Read more...]
Are you looking for a 12-month Masters course abroad? Apply for the AER annual scholarship!
To give the possibility to young students and young officers from an Assembly of European Regions (AER) member region to deepen their knowledge on regionalism, AER is offering an annual scholarship for a Master degree course. The scholarship covers tuition fees and living costs at a university in another AER member region in a foreign country. The total maximum value of the … [Read more...]
AER: Europe must not neglect its rural population
Assembly of European Regions holds conference on the future of rural development policy and rural regions Lillehammer, Oppland (N), 29 February 2008 As the European Commission reflects upon the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), a conference gathering 59 regions from 20 countries across the wider Europe has called for greater recognition of rural regions in a … [Read more...]
AER launches 2008 Award for Innovative Regions
At a time when the 2007 European Innovation Scoreboard shows the continued progress of innovative performance within the EU, the Assembly of European Regions (AER) is pleased to be able to recognise those European regional authorities that have stimulated, fostered and implemented innovation in their territory. The regions have significantly contributed to Europe's increasing … [Read more...]
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