Eskilstuna appeals permit for dangerous chemical

Jumat, 03 Oktober 2025 Dilaporkan oleh AI

Eskilstuna municipality has appealed a permit allowing a local company to use the dangerous chemical methylene chloride, despite an EU ban. The substance is linked to serious health risks including cancer. The municipality held a press conference to discuss the matter and its objections.

Attack on Herdecke's mayor Iris Stalzer

Rabu, 08 Oktober 2025 Dilaporkan oleh AI

Herdecke's newly elected mayor, Iris Stalzer, was severely stabbed in her home and is fighting for her life. Police do not suspect a political motive but are investigating possible family-related background. A murder commission has taken over the investigation.

French right targets Châtillon for 2026 municipal elections

Kamis, 02 Oktober 2025 Dilaporkan oleh AI

In the Hauts-de-Seine region, the town of Châtillon is drawing attention from France's right-wing parties ahead of the 2026 municipal elections. Conservative groups see a chance to gain ground following strong performances in recent legislative votes. The incumbent left-leaning mayor is confronting increased mobilization from the opposition.

It is urgent to give mayors the means to act against territorial devitalization

In an op-ed published by Le Monde, an author warns about the growing devitalization of French territories and advocates for strengthening mayors' powers. This devitalization threatens rural and peri-urban areas through population loss and economic decline. The call emphasizes the urgency of concrete measures to revitalize these spaces.