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How green are European cities? Green space key to well-being – but access varies

High-quality green and blue spaces in cities, like parks, allotments, riverbanks and coastlines, are crucial for health and well-being, in particular for the elderly, children and people on low incomes. However, a European Environment Agency (EEA) briefing, published today, shows that access is not equal.

Robots and ride hailing: women and men face different risks from economy of the future

New evidence from the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) shows that artificial intelligence and platform work (also called gig work), have the potential to improve gender equality in the economy. However, there is also a danger they reinforce sexism and discrimination, while entrenching insecure work and a lack of social protection.

Euro banknote counterfeiting at historically low level in 2021

347,000 counterfeit euro banknotes withdrawn from circulation in 2021, a historically low level in proportion to banknotes in circulation About two-thirds of total withdrawn counterfeits were €20 and €50 banknotes Euro banknotes remain a trusted and safe means of payment Authenticity of euro banknotes can be verified using “feel, look and tilt” method

Monetary developments in the euro area: December 2021

Annual growth rate of broad monetary aggregate M3 decreased to 6.9% in December 2021 from 7.4% in November (revised from 7.3%) Annual growth rate of narrower monetary aggregate M1, comprising currency in circulation and overnight deposits, decreased to 9.8% in December from 10.0% in November Annual growth rate of adjusted loans to households stood at 4.1% in December, compared with […]