Tag #Government Policy

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Canadian Disability Benefit Faces Delays Amidst Regulatory Hurdles

Canada's new disability benefit, planned for July 1st, is threatened by regulatory delays, jeopardizing $243 million in support funds and impacting low-income individuals with disabilities who could receive up to $200 monthly.

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theglobeandmail.com
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Alberta Cuts Funding for Disability Advocacy Groups

The Alberta government ended funding contracts for three disability advocacy groups—the Southern Alberta Individualized Planning Association, the Self Advocacy Federation, and the Disability Action Hall—a year early, impacting nearly \$425,000 in annual funding and leaving the groups facing an uncer...

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Record Tourism in Spain Sparks Overtourism Concerns

Spain welcomed a record 94 million tourists in 2024, generating €126 billion in revenue, but sparking overtourism concerns leading to government-initiated measures to curb short-term rentals and protect local communities.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
smh.com.au
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Australia's Housing Crisis: Affordability, Economic Risks, and Political Gridlock

Australia's housing affordability is at a record low, with high prices and interest rates impacting buyers. Experts suggest that lowering house prices could improve affordability but disagree on the economic consequences and political feasibility due to existing homeowners' concerns and the signific...

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dw.com
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Norway's 90% EV Market Share: A Model for Global Transition

Norway's 2023 electric vehicle market share reached almost 90%, exceeding the global average of 18%, due to government policies like tax breaks and incentives, alongside a well-developed charging infrastructure, largely facilitated by its abundant hydropower resources. This contrasts with Germany's ...

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Climate Action
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Norway's 90% EV Market Share: A Model for Climate Action

Norway's electric vehicle market share reached nearly 90% in 2024 due to decades of government support, including tax breaks, charging infrastructure development, and preferential treatment for EVs, exceeding the global average of 18% in 2023.

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Climate Action
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UK Government Urges Regulators to Boost Economic Growth After Disappointing GDP Figures

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is urging regulators to boost economic growth after November's GDP unexpectedly rose by only 0.1%, prompting a government-wide initiative to address investment barriers and reform regulations.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
theguardian.com
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UK Chancellor Urges Regulatory Reform for Growth: Experts Question Impact

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged regulators in various sectors to lessen restrictions to boost economic growth, but experts argue this is an oversimplification; significant growth hinges on broader government policies, not just regulatory adjustments.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
spanish.china.org.cn
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China's Auto Sector Booms in 2024, Driven by NEV Sales

China's 2024 auto production and sales exceeded 31 million units, with new energy vehicle (NEV) sales jumping 35.5% to 12.87 million units, representing 40.9% of the market, driven by a government consumer goods replacement program offering subsidies of up to 20,000 yuan for NEV purchases.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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U.K. Unveils Ambitious Plan to Become Global AI Leader by 2030

The U.K. government announced a plan to become a global AI leader by 2030, involving a twentyfold increase in public sector computing capacity, the creation of AI growth zones, and the development of a homegrown AI competitor to OpenAI. This initiative addresses funding challenges and aims for a les...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
elmundo.es
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Madrid Overwhelmed by Influx of Unaccompanied Minors in 2024

In 2024, Madrid received 2,400 unaccompanied foreign minors, 1,100 arriving via Madrid-Barajas Airport, straining regional resources due to the Spanish government's lack of planning and the minors' arrival through dangerous routes.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Norway's 88% EV Market Share: Policy, Infrastructure, and the Path to Global Adoption

Norway's 2023 electric vehicle market share reached 88%, exceeding the global average of 18%, due to decades-long government support for domestic EV development, tax breaks, and accessible home charging infrastructure; however, recent incentive rollbacks and potential policy shifts in other countrie...

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Climate Action

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