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An EU-funded project aims to save lives by enabling civil protection agencies and society as a whole to respond more rapidly to extreme weather events, as well as better cope with related social, environmental and economic effects. Powered by WPeMatico
An EU-funded project is improving understanding of the opportunities, challenges and legal and ethical considerations arising from the use of social media in policing. The project aims to provide a roadmap, including recommendations, to help policymakers better target ways to fight crime and improve public safety. Powered by WPeMatico
The phenomenon of radicalisation has become a source of grave concern for law-enforcement and security agencies, as well as for the general public. An EU-funded research project is developing an IT-based tool kit to help prevent and counter violent radicalisation and extremism. Powered by WPeMatico
The call for proposals Capacity Building in the field of Higher Education 2019 – (EACEA/41/2018) has been published. Powered by WPeMatico
Selection results for the call Support to TV Programming – Call EACEA/21/2017 round 2 have now been published. Powered by WPeMatico
Three projects funded by LIFE are forging new ways to recycle everyday products that contain critical raw materials (CRM). Recovering more critical raw materials is central to the EU’s move towards a more circular economy. Powered by WPeMatico
European Commission – Statement Brussels, 8 November 2018 Today, the European Parliament and the Council came to a provisional agreement on the Commission’s proposal for a European Accessibility Act, which will make many everyday products and services accessible to persons with disabilities. Powered by WPeMatico
Effective law enforcement is a prerequisite for the proper functioning of our society. An EU-funded network is enabling law-enforcement practitioners to stay informed, engage, connect and collaborate with one another, to hone and improve their practices. Powered by WPeMatico
EU Member States need intelligent and efficient systems for the surveillance of the Union’s external border. An EU-funded project is working to deliver an automated mobile surveillance support system that can be deployed rapidly to keep track of cross-border activity. Powered by WPeMatico
As cross-border travel continues to grow in the EU, automated border control with biometric verification speeds travellers on their way. An EU-funded project is researching new biometric methods to further reduce delays and enhance the travelling experience for EU and non-EU citizens alike. Powered by WPeMatico