Policy Monitor – European Heritage Hub

Gozo Regional Development Strategy 2023-2033

1 September 2023

The Gozo Regional Development Strategy (RDS) is based on Gozo Regional Development Act XVIII of 2019 CAP 600, whereby culture and heritage are mentioned among the social factors to be assessed in preparing the Regional Impact Study. The Strategy published emphasises the importance of preserving Gozo’s identity through protection and promotion of its cultural heritage, as it acknowledges the deep relationship between culture, traditions, built heritage and identity. The action envisaged aims at re-valuing the Gozitan identity, characterised by cultural expressions visible in heritage sites, museums, local theatres, and traditional

EU Work Plan for Culture 2023–2026

7 December 2022

As part of its efforts to safeguard cultural heritage, the European Union has developed a strategic approach to cultural relations that serves as a framework for promoting international cultural dialogue. The strategy supports the exchange of knowledge and skills among artists, creatives, cultural operators, and other stakeholders, with a special focus on preserving cultural heritage in vulnerable regions. The EU’s strategic approach is also committed to increasing diversity and mutual understanding to strengthen cultural relations between the EU and third countries. The EU Strategic Approach to International Cultural Relations and

European Parliament resolution on the role of culture, education, media and sport in the fight against racism

8 March 2022

Culture, education, media, and sport are crucial in fighting systemic racism and promote a more inclusive society in Europe. The European Parliament resolution of 8 March 2022 (2021/2057(INI)) highlights that European societies are home to increasing cultural diversity and a growing share of foreign-born populations and their descendants, however on the other hand racism systematically exists in all areas of our daily life and can take many forms. The text calls on the Commission and the Member States and offers recommendations to recognize and counteract the systemic racism, such as:

Freedom to Live – Malta’s 2021-2030 National Strategy on the Rights of Disabled Persons

1 September 2021

The Freedom to Live publication is a comprehensive strategy to foster inclusivity for disabled people, adopted based on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, published and entered into force in Malta on August 17, 2021. In the national strategy, cultural heritage is extensively addressed. Objective 5, “Participation in Culture, Leisure, Recreation, and Sports”, aims at making venues accessible to everyone, so as to ensure that cultural products, outdoor public spaces, and events are inclusive. The wording “cultural venues” is considered to involve: cinemas, museums,

Cultural Heritage Act (ACT No. XLI of 2021 – Chapter 445)

20 July 2021

The 2021 Cultural Heritage Act builds on Act VI 2002 and establishes a comprehensive framework for the legal protection of cultural heritage in Malta and the Islands. It provides the definitions for technical terms, i.e. “cultural heritage” and “cultural property”, and it defines the scope of application of the act: namely, movable and immovable objects of artistic, historical, archaeological, ethnographic, palaeontological and geological importance. The Act establishes the competent bodies, defines specific roles and distributes powers among relevant authorities, mainly the National Council for Cultural Heritage, the Superintendence of Cultural

Malta Tourism Strategy 2021-2030

1 January 2021

The Maltese tourism strategy for 2021-2030 is a comprehensive strategy applicable in Malta and in Gozo. It largely addresses the role of cultural heritage, considering tangible as well as intangible heritage. The goal is to generate a fruitful relationship between tourism and cultural heritage, whereby tourism supports cultural preservation, instead of undermining it. This objective is possible if the strategy succeeds in creating “sustainable tourism”. To this end, the government aims at promoting a high diversity of cultural traditions and heritage, in order to diversify attractions and touristic offers and

Estratégia Regional Alentejo 2030

1 September 2020

The Alentejo 2030 Regional Strategy aims to foster sustainable regional development by enhancing housing policies, promoting socio-economic innovation, and improving infrastructure. It focuses on cooperation among stakeholders, addressing societal challenges, and ensuring access to essential services, while prioritising environmental sustainability and the effective use of strategic resources for future growth. The Strategy emphasises the significance of culture and heritage as vital components of regional identity and economic development. It recognises the potential of cultural and creative industries to enhance tourism and promote local heritage, thereby enriching the region’s unique identity.

Copyright in the Digital Single Market Directive [Directive (EU) 2019/790 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 April 2019 on copyright and related rights in the Digital Single Market and amending Directives 96/9/EC and 2001/29/EC (Text with EEA relevance.)]

17 April 2019

Copyright legislation impacts the activities of cultural heritage institutions whose collections often contain materials that are subject to copyright or neighbouring rights protection. While not all items in the collections of cultural heritage institutions are subject to copyright, some are, resulting in cultural heritage professionals having to put processes in place to manage these rights. This becomes particularly relevant when cultural heritage institutions undergo digitisation projects with the aim of making these materials widely available to the public and facilitate their reuse. The copyright in the digital single market Directive

European Framework for Action on Cultural Heritage

1 January 2019

The European Framework for Action on Cultural Heritage is a comprehensive policy document that seeks to set forward an embracing strategy for diverse cultural themes, such as heritage preservation, conservation, and promotion, across the European Union. At its core, the framework recognizes that cultural heritage is a critical resource for the future that must be protected and enhanced for the coming generations. To achieve this goal, the framework proposes a series of actions under three clusters: capitalizing on technological tools for innovation, fostering social innovation, and strengthening skills in the

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