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Cultura em Lisboa – Escutar, agir e cruzar (Culture in Lisbon – Listening, acting and crossing paths)

1 September 2019

The document “Cultura em Lisboa – Escutar, agir e cruzar” outlines the strategic approach of Lisbon towards culture between 2019 and 2021, emphasising the integration of cultural initiatives with social, economic, and environmental aspects. It highlights the importance of collaboration and shared vision among all stakeholders involved in municipal culture, including the Municipal Directorate of Culture and EGEAC. The goal is to make the mission, vision, and objectives of the Culture Department widely known and achievable through collective efforts. One of the key frameworks mentioned is the “Cultura 21: Ações,”

Νόμος 4623/1999 (134/Α/9-8-2019 μέρος Β): Διατάξεις για την ψηφιακή πολιτική, την ηλεκτρονική διακυβέρνηση και το υπουργείο ψηφιακής διακυβέρνησης (Law 4623/1999 (134/A/9-8-2019 part B): provisions on digital policy, e-government and the Ministry of Digital Government)

9 August 2019

A Data Protection Officer (DPO) is established at the Ministry of Digital Governance, in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 (General Data Protection Regulation, EU L119, hereinafter “GDPR”). Article 59 defines the foundation of the “National Documentation Centre and Electronic Content”, which is responsible for the collection, accumulation, organisation, documentation, dissemination and digital preservation of scientific, technological and cultural knowledge, information, content and data, produced in Greece. Law 4623/1999 (134/Α/9-8-2019 part B): Provisions on digital policy, e-governance, simplification of

НАРЕДБА № 3 ОТ 10 ЮЛИ 2019 Г. ЗА РЕДА ЗА ИДЕНТИФИЦИРАНЕ, ДЕКЛАРИРАНЕ, ПРЕДОСТАВЯНЕ НА СТАТУТ И ЗА ОПРЕДЕЛЯНЕ НА КАТЕГОРИЯТА НА НЕДВИЖИМИТЕ КУЛТУРНИ ЦЕННОСТИ, ЗА ДОСТЪПА И ПОДЛЕЖАЩИТЕ НА ВПИСВАНЕ ОБСТОЯТЕЛСТВА В НАЦИОНАЛНИЯ ПУБЛИЧЕН РЕГИСТЪР НА НЕДВИЖИМИТЕ КУЛТУРНИ ЦЕННОСТИ (Regulation on the Procedure for Identifying, Declaring, Granting Status and Determining the Category of Immoveable Cultural Assets, for Access and The Circumstances Subject to Entry in the National Public Register of Immovable Cultural Assets)

19 July 2019

The law “On the Procedure for Identifying, Declaring, Granting Status, and Determining the Category of Immovable Cultural Property” outlines the detailed process for recognizing and managing immovable cultural assets in Bulgaria. The law ensures that such properties, which hold historical, cultural, and societal value, are identified, assessed, and protected under specific criteria. The law provides mechanisms for the discovery and recognition of immovable cultural heritage. It details the procedures for identifying properties that may qualify as cultural heritage. These could be historic buildings, archaeological sites, or monuments. The law allows

Salvaguardia e valorizzazione del patrimonio linguistico napoletano

15 July 2019

This legislative text focuses on the preservation and promotion of the Neapolitan linguistic and cultural heritage. It underscores the importance of linguistic diversity and cultural heritage as valuable assets, aligning with UNESCO’s principles. The law aims to safeguard the Neapolitan language through structured initiatives and dedicated funding. The key objectives include supporting historical and linguistic research, organising seminars and conferences, and promoting the production and publication of literary, theatrical, and musical works. Additionally, it encourages literary and musical competitions and educational initiatives targeting schools. These efforts are designed to ensure

Commission Recommendation (EU) 2019/1019 of 7 June 2019 on building modernisation

7 July 2019

The European Union has recommended in its latest guidelines for all member states to implement energy efficiency measures in the buildings sector as a priority to establish a sustainable Energy Union. The guidelines underline the necessity of adopting a comprehensive and integrated approach to improve building energy performance. Directive (EU) 2018/844 amended Directive 2010/31/EU (‘EPBD’) in 2018 to accelerate the modernisation of buildings in the Union with two complementary objectives: i) accelerate renovations to existing buildings by 2050, and ii) support the modernisation of all buildings with smart technologies and

Estratégia Nacional do Saber Fazer Português 2019-2024 (National Strategy for Portuguese Know-How 2019-2024)

1 July 2019

The National Strategy for Portuguese Know-How is a government initiative aimed at safeguarding and promoting traditional craftsmanship in Portugal. This strategy is a collaborative effort between the cultural, economic, and labor sectors, focusing on sustainable development and the preservation of unique cultural heritage. It addresses contemporary challenges while emphasising the importance of traditional crafts in the modern economy. The strategy is built upon four fundamental pillars: preservation, education, capacity building, and promotion. Preservation involves maintaining and protecting traditional crafts and techniques, ensuring they are passed down through generations. Education focuses

Verneplan for skog – vern av 29 skogområder (Protection plan for forests – protection of 29 forest areas)

21 June 2019

This legislation outlines the procedures and regulations related to nature conservation and management, emphasising the importance of protecting Norwegian natural heritage. It addresses the establishment of protected areas in alignment with national and international conservation goals, highlighting the potential consequences of not implementing conservation measures. The document evaluates the societal benefits, impacts, and recommended actions of proposed conservation initiatives, emphasising stakeholder involvement and compliance with biodiversity laws. Furthermore, it underscores the significance of collaboration between cultural heritage authorities and nature conservation agencies in managing cultural heritage sites within proposed protected

Open Data Directive [Directive (EU) 2019/1024 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 June 2019 on open data and the re-use of public sector information (recast)]

20 June 2019

Under open data legislation, cultural heritage institutions, like other public sector information bodies, are obliged to make the data they hold and/or produce available for reuse, either upfront or upon request, when no sensitive information or third party intellectual property rights exist on this data. The open data Directive seeks to ‘fully exploit the potential of public sector information for the European economy and society’. To achieve this, the Directive establishes a set of obligations for public sector bodies, including cultural heritage institutions, to share the data they hold and/or

Arrêté du Gouvernement de la Communauté française portant exécution du décret du 25 avril 2019 relatif au secteur muséal en communauté française (Order of the Government of the French Community implementing the decree of 25 April 2019 on the museum sector in the French Community)

19 June 2019

This legislation outlines the criteria and procedures for classifying museums within the French Community, emphasising the importance of meeting specific requirements to achieve recognition and funding. Museums are categorised from D to A based on their missions and compliance with established standards. To be classified in the highest category, museums must possess significant cultural artefacts, conduct research programs, and engage in scholarly publications and collaborations. The document underscores the necessity for museums to maintain strategic plans, financial transparency, and accessibility to the public. One key aspect highlighted is the need

Estratégia do Plano Nacional das Artes 2019-2024 (National Arts Plan Strategy 2019-2024)

1 June 2019

The National Arts Plan was established by the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Education, for the 2019-29 timeframe, through the Council of Ministers Resolution no. 42/2019. Focusing on three axes of action – cultural policies, qualification, and education and access – the Plan proposes particular measures that contribute to the valorization of the arts and education in the lives of communities and citizens. It aims to strengthen cultural policies and arts development in various territories, holding organisations accountable for their cultural commitments. The plan includes measures to quantify

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