Tag #Local Governance

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Event Plaza's Permit Revoked Following Disturbances at Overcrowded Event

Rijswijk's Event Plaza had its fire safety permit revoked after a Kurdish event on Sunday, exceeding its permitted capacity by nearly 1400 people and causing disturbances, prompting the mayor to shut down the event and consider further action.

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106 Detained in Istanbul Municipality Operation

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and 106 others were detained in a sweeping operation linked to corruption allegations and a video showing cash counting, along with separate investigations into alleged ties to the PKK/KCK terrorist organization.

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Hanau Regains City Status After 51 Years

On January 1st, 2024, Hanau, Germany, will become a city again after 51 years in the Main-Kinzig district, a decision driven by Hanau's unique growth following the departure of the US army and a desire for greater local control, potentially impacting the district's resources and influence.

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zeit.de
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Hanau Secedes from Main-Kinzig District Amidst Cost Concerns

The Hessian state parliament approved Hanau's independence from the Main-Kinzig district, effective January 1, 2026, despite criticism from the Hessian Taxpayers' Association about potential increased costs due to duplicated structures and concerns that other municipalities might follow suit, while ...

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Erdoğan Criticizes İzmir's CHP Administration, Cites Mismanagement and Corruption

President Erdoğan criticized İzmir's CHP administration for alleged mismanagement, describing the city as devastated due to infrastructure problems and corruption, urging citizens to prioritize performance over ideology in upcoming elections.

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zeit.de
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EnBW Subsidiary Defies Court Ruling on Power Grid Transfer in Baden-Württemberg

Following a final court ruling, Naturenergie Netze, a subsidiary of EnBW (primarily owned by Baden-Württemberg and OEW), refuses to transfer power grids to ten municipalities in southern Baden-Württemberg, prompting a dispute and the state government's assertion of EnBW's private operational indepen...

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Barcelona Ombudsman Urges Housing and Registration Reform

Barcelona's Ombudsman, David Bondia, called for faster citizen registration and improved temporary housing in his 2024 report, citing daily €60,000 pension costs and advocating for a streamlined, single-stage registration process.

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Wiesbaden Mayoral Election: Mende and von Debschitz Vie for Top Spot

Ten candidates are vying for the mayor's office in Wiesbaden, Germany, in a March 9th election. Incumbent Gert-Uwe Mende (SPD) and Thilo von Debschitz (independent, CDU/FDP) are considered top contenders. Around 210,000 residents are eligible to vote in this majority-based election, with a potential...

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Hamburg's Ruling Coalition Thrives Amidst Past Electoral Setbacks

Hamburg's current red-green coalition enjoys a 59% approval rating, contrasting sharply with the 2001 SPD's electoral defeat (19.4% of the vote), partly due to the current government's proactive approach to conflict resolution and its focus on resolving issues like the drug problem at the central tr...

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Harare Council Loses Revenue to Employee Theft

Harare City Council is losing foreign currency revenue because tellers are pocketing US dollar payments and swiping equivalent amounts in local currency using their own bank cards, exploiting the difference between official and black market exchange rates; the council has operated without a billing ...

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Estepona Mayor Cleared of Sexual Harassment, Malfeasance Investigation Continues

A Spanish court dismissed sexual harassment and coercion charges against Estepona Mayor José María García Urbano after a three-month investigation revealed inconsistencies in witness testimonies; however, a separate investigation into potential malfeasance related to a municipal contract awarded to ...

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Ajaccio Mayor Under Investigation for Misuse of Corporate Assets

A French investigation into Ajaccio Mayor Stéphane Sbraggia is underway following a prefect's report raising concerns about his salary exceeding €10,000 monthly alongside his elected position and directorship of an association. Searches were conducted at his home and the city hall on January 16th, 2...

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