The EC steps up its support to towns and cities in a new urban mobility package

Published 8 January 

Cities are home to over 70 % of the EU population and account for some 85 % of the Union's GDP. Most journeys begin and end in cities. In many urban areas, however, increasing demand for urban mobility has created a situation that is not sustainable: severe congestion, poor air quality, noise emissions and high levels of CO2 emissions. Urban congestion jeopardises EU goals for a competitive and resource-efficient transport system. .With the Urban Mobility Package, the Commission reinforces its supporting measures in the area of urban transport.

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