Policy Monitor – European Heritage Hub

Libro Verde para la gestión sostenible del patrimonio cultural (Green Paper for the sustainable management of cultural heritage)

14 September 2023

This book explores the sustainable management of cultural heritage, focusing on the use of new technologies, the democratization of knowledge, and the challenges and strategies related to the preservation and promotion of Spanish and European heritage. It addresses the need to adapt communication methods to different target audiences, emphasizing the importance of effective dissemination and the accessibility of information, offering the norms and regulations that rule the legal framework in both the Spanish and European case. The report highlights the role of traditional practices and knowledge in contributing to environmental

Acuerdo entre el Ministerio de Economía y Transformación Transformación Digital, el Ministerio de Cultura y Deporte y la Empresa Nacional de Innovación, S.M.E., SA (ENISA) – ENISA Audiovisual y Línea de Industrias Culturales y Creativas (Agreement between the Ministry of Economy and Digital Transformation, the Ministry of Culture and Sport and the Empresa Nacional de Innovación, S.M.E., SA (ENISA) – ENISA Audiovisual and Cultural and Creative Industries Line)

19 April 2023

The Government’s objective, as outlined in this agreement, is to bolster the cultural and creative industries as drivers of the Spanish economy and agents of social and territorial cohesion, aligning with the European Commission’s policies. The New European Agenda for Culture 2019-2022 aims to harness the full potential of culture to foster innovation, creativity, employment, and growth. It prioritises supporting and strengthening cultural and creative industries, facilitating their transition to the digital market, ensuring their sustainability in the territory, and enhancing their competitiveness internationally. To support this vision and stimulate

Declaració de Barcelona sobre la preservació i la promoció dels establiments comercials emblemàtics

7 March 2023

The Declaration on the Protection and Promotion of Emblematic Commercial Establishments in Europe, signed in Barcelona on March 7, 2023, highlights the collaborative efforts of cities to preserve and enhance iconic commercial sites. It emphasizes the need for a common roadmap supported by European and international institutions to address challenges and promote sustainability. The declaration urges advancing its objectives through an annual action plan to evaluate achievements in various measures. Recognizing the significance of UNESCO conventions and the UNESCO Creative Cities Network, the declaration aligns with sustainable development goals, emphasizing

Ley 1/2023, de 20 de febrero, de Cooperación para el Desarrollo Sostenible y la Solidaridad Global (Law 1/2023 of 20 February on Cooperation for Sustainable Development and Global Solidarity)

20 February 2023

This legislation outlines Spain’s foreign policy concerning sustainable development and global solidarity, with a focus on promoting awareness, critical knowledge, and understanding of global dimensions of sustainable development and solidarity within Spanish society. It delineates the roles and responsibilities of the public administration in addressing these issues, including procedures, financing mechanisms, and outcome evaluations. Additionally, the law aims to foster transformative engagement, social participation, and volunteering for global sustainable development through collaboration with social organisations and non-governmental development organisations (NGDOs). A key feature of the law is the establishment of

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:

Orden ICT/1528/2021, de 30 de diciembre, concesión de ayudas para la transformación digital y modernización de las entidades locales que forman parte del Camino de Santiago (Order ICT/1528/2021, of 30 December, granting aid for the digital transformation and modernisation of the local entities that form part of the Pilgrims’ Route to Santiago de Compostela)

30 December 2021

Explore the Order regulating subsidies for projects focused on conserving and intervening in cultural heritage along the Saint James’ Way, nestled within the framework of the Spanish Recovery and Resilience Plan. This directive underscores the pivotal role of digitalisation and environmental sustainability in heritage preservation efforts. Projects eligible for subsidies are tasked with implementing a range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the cultural and touristic experience along the historic pilgrimage route. From preventive conservation measures to real-time energy efficiency monitoring and the implementation of cutting-edge security systems, the focus is

Orden ICT/1527/2021, de 30 de diciembre, programa de ayudas para la transformación digital y la modernización de las entidades locales integradas en la Red de Destinos Turísticos (Order ICT/1527/2021, of 30 December, aid programme for the digital transformation and modernisation of local entities integrated in the Network of Tourist Destinations)

20 December 2021

The Digital Transformation Plan for Tourist Destinations outlines a comprehensive strategy to foster the digitization of tourist destinations and tourism-related businesses. It serves as a roadmap for implementing actions aimed at modernizing destinations through technology while prioritizing sustainability, accessibility, and visitor experience enhancement. By leveraging data-driven approaches and fostering interoperability, the plan seeks to construct a robust tourism intelligence system capable of supporting informed decision-making and facilitating seamless interactions between visitors and destinations. At its core, the plan aims to drive the sustainable development of tourist territories by embracing digital

Real Decreto 691/2021, de 3 de agosto, subvenciones para actuaciones de rehabilitación energética en edificios existentes (Royal Decree 691/2021 of 3 August, subsidies for energy rehabilitation actions in existing buildings)

3 August 2021

The Energy Rehabilitation Programme for existing buildings in municipalities and towns with less than 5,000 inhabitants (PREE 5000) is a significant initiative aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and promoting renewable energy adoption in residential and non-residential buildings. This programme, a part of the National Strategy for the Demographic Challenge, seeks to address energy rehabilitation through a combination of efficiency improvements and renewable energy integration, aligning with broader sustainability objectives. The document in no particular way addresses the particularities of the buildings listed as cultural heritage sights and only points out

Carta do Porto Santo: La cultura y la promoción de la democracia: por una ciudadanía cultural europea (Porto Santo Charter: Culture and the promotion of democracy: for a European cultural citizenship)

25 April 2021

The Porto Santo Conference, an initiative under the Portuguese Presidency of the Council of the European Union, introduces the Porto Santo Charter as a guiding framework for cultural democracy in Europe. Addressed to policymakers at various levels, cultural and educational organisations, and European citizens, the Charter aims to emphasise the cultural sector’s impact on strengthening democracy, aligning with the goals outlined in the Action Plan for European Democracy. In response to the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, the Charter recognises the transformative power of culture in achieving common objectives

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