References

Original Reference: European Commission. (2020f). Guidelines on EU Emergency Assistance in Cross-Border Cooperation in Healthcare related to the COVID-19 crisis (Communication from the Commission No. C(2020) 2153 final). Brussels: European Commission.

Brief Summary: Provides guidance on cross-border healthcare cooperation in the EU, particularly during emergencies. Implications: Improved healthcare access in rural areas is key to sustainable rural-urban integration. Recommendations: RAPs should incorporate healthcare resilience strategies, especially in regions like Monaghan, Ireland, where rural health infrastructure is vital.

URL: https://health.ec.europa.eu/latest-updates/communication-commission-guidelines-eu-emergency-assistance-cross-bo

Original Reference: The COVID-19 ‘Infodemic’. A Preliminary Analysis of the Online Conversation Surrounding the Coronavirus Pandemic 04 •. Graphika. SWD(2020) 98 final. (2020). Commission Staff Working Document. Identifying Europe’s recovery needs. (Staff Working Document). Brussels: European Commission.

Brief Summary: This document outlines the European Green Deal’s implementation strategies, focusing on sustainability and carbon neutrality. Implication: PoliRuralPlus RAPs should align with the Green Deal’s objectives, incorporating sustainability measures such as renewable energy projects and green infrastructure in rural-urban partnerships.

URL: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=SWD%3A2020%3A98%3AFIN

Original Reference: European Commission (2023b), Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions on a comprehensive approach to mental health, COM(2023) 298 final, Brussels.

Brief Summary: This document focuses on improving health system resilience in the face of crises. RAPs should ensure rural health systems are resilient to future health crises by improving infrastructure and access to services. PoliRuralPlus pilots can integrate health preparedness measures to support rural-urban health systems during pandemics or emergencies.

URL: Health Systems: Health Emergency Preparedness

Original Reference: European Commission. (2020g). Key instruments supporting the Recovery Plan for Europe, 27 May 2020. Factsheet 2.

Brief Summary: Outlines the EU's strategies for recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic with a focus on resilience and sustainability. Implications: Offers a framework for rural-urban recovery plans post-COVID-19. Recommendations: RAPs should include digital transformation and resilience measures to enhance rural-urban linkages post-pandemic.

URL: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_20_940

Original Reference: European Commission (2023a), Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions: Demographic change in Europe: A toolbox for action, COM(2023) 577 final, Brussels.

Brief Summary: This press release highlights key EU initiatives for 2023, including economic recovery and green transitions. RAPs should integrate these initiatives into rural-urban development strategies. PoliRuralPlus pilots can align with EU priorities to foster sustainability, economic recovery, and resilience in rural-urban regions.

URL: Press Release: European Commission 2023

Original Reference: Eurofound (2022f), European Working Conditions Telephone Survey, 2021, data collection, SN: 9026, UK Data Service.

Brief Summary: European Working Conditions Telephone Survey 2021

URL: [European Working Conditions Telephone Survey 2021

Original Reference: Eurofound (2022i), European Working Conditions Telephone Survey 2021: Technical report, Eurofound working paper, Dublin.

Brief Summary: European Working Conditions Telephone Survey 2021

URL: [European Working Conditions Telephone Survey 2021

Original Reference: Eurofound (2022e), Adverse social behaviour at work: Background note, Eurofound working paper, Dublin.

Brief Summary: Adverse Social Behaviour at Work: Background Note

URL: [Adverse social behaviour at work: Background note

Original Reference: Eurofound (2023), Job quality of COVID-19 pandemic essential workers, Publications Office of the European Union, Luxembourg.

Brief Summary: Job Quality of COVID-19 Pandemic Essential Workers

URL: [Job quality of COVID-19 pandemic essential workers

Original Reference: Berndtsson, J.C. (2010). Green roof performance towards management of runoff water quantity and quality: A review. Ecological Engineering 36(4): 351-360

Brief Summary: Discusses ecological engineering as a sustainable development tool. PoliRuralPlus could integrate ecological engineering into its rural-urban action plans.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecoleng.2009.12.014

Original Reference: European Parliament (2022), Report on a new EU strategic framework on health and safety at work post 2020 (including better protection of workers from exposure to harmful substances, stress at work and repetitive motion injuries), 2021/2165(INI), Brussels.

Brief Summary: Details the European Green Deal’s impact on rural areas, with a focus on environmental sustainability. Implications: Rural areas need to align with the Green Deal’s sustainability goals. Recommendations: RAPs should focus on environmental sustainability, promoting green practices and energy transitions in rural areas.

URL: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/doceo/document/A-9-2022-0023_EN.html

Original Reference: Mugabushaka, A. M., Sadat, J., & Faria, J. C. D. (2020). In Search of Outstanding Research Advances: Prototyping the creation of an open dataset of" editorial highlights". arXiv preprint arXiv:2011.07910.

Brief Summary: Discusses innovation policies supporting a green economy in Europe. PoliRuralPlus should emphasize green innovation in RAPs, focusing on energy efficiency, sustainable agriculture, and eco-friendly transport.

URL: https://apre.it/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/KIBD21003ENN.en_.pdf

Original Reference: DFG (2020). Coronavirus Vaccine Demonstrates the Long-Term Value of Knowledge - Driven Basic Research. Press Release No. 52 | 3 December 2020. https://www.dfg.de/en/service/press/press_releases/2020/press_release_ no_52/in dex.html EIB 2021: Crisis solutions: 2020 Activity Report.

Brief Summary: This press release discusses funding opportunities for sustainable development. For RAPs, it suggests leveraging EU funding mechanisms to enhance rural-urban initiatives, such as infrastructure, sustainability, and innovation projects, aligning with PoliRuralPlus's objectives for fostering inclusive growth in pilot regions.

URL: https://www.dfg.de/en/service/press/press_releases/2020/press_release_%20no_52/in%20dex.html%20EIB%202021

Original Reference: Thissen, M., Ivanova, O., Mandras, G. & Husby, T. (2019). European NUTS 2 regions: construction of interregional trade-linked Supply and Use tables with consistent transport flows. JRC, Seville, European Commission.

Brief Summary: This report focuses on the classification of regions in Europe, which is crucial for understanding regional development needs. Implication: PoliRuralPlus should use NUTS data to tailor interventions according to the specific characteristics of different rural and urban regions.

URL: https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/reports-and-technical-documentation/european-nuts-2-regions-constructi

Original Reference: European Committee of the Region, Commission for Territorial Cohesion Policy and EU Budget. International Labour Organization. (2020a, May 27). ILO Monitor: COVID-19 and the world of work. Fourth edition Updated estimates and analysis. International Labour Organization. (2020b, April).

Brief Summary: A comprehensive study on regional development challenges and strategies in Europe. Implications: Offers insights on regional disparities and the need for tailored development strategies. Recommendations: Use this study to inform pilot-specific RAPs, ensuring tailored approaches to regional challenges in PoliRuralPlus.

URL: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/RegData/etudes/STUD/2022/699617/IPOL_STU(2022)699617_EN.pdf

Original Reference: ESPON EGTC. http://bsrespon.infeurope.lu/export/sites/default/Images/Publications/PolicyBriefs_ WPapers/08.specific-types-territories/Road_index_2030.png (accessed on: ESPON. (2013). Territorial Impact Assessment of Policies and EU Directives. Luxembourg: ESPON. Essig, S. & Kaucic, J. (2017).

Brief Summary: This policy brief discusses different territorial typologies and their implications for regional development. RAPs should consider the specific territorial characteristics of their regions when designing development strategies. PoliRuralPlus pilots can use these typologies to tailor interventions that address the unique challenges of rural and urban regions.

URL: http://bsrespon.infeurope.lu/export/sites/default/Images/Publications/PolicyBriefs_%20WPapers/08.specific-types-te

Original Reference: Anderson, J. (2020). COVID-19: The self-employed are hardest hit and least supported. https://www.bruegel.org/2020/04/covid-19-the-self-employedare-hardest-hit-and-least-supported/ (accessed on: 15 September 2020)

Brief Summary: Investigates the growing political divide between rural and urban areas in Europe. Suggests PoliRuralPlus focus on policies that address social cohesion and equal political representation in rural-urban regional development strategies.

URL: Wiley EJPR Article

Original Reference: Eurofound (2022h), Telework in the EU: Regulatory frameworks and recent updates, Publications Office of the European Union, Luxembourg.

Brief Summary: This survey highlights disparities in quality of life between regions. RAPs should focus on reducing inequalities in access to services, healthcare, and infrastructure in rural areas. PoliRuralPlus pilots can use these insights to promote balanced development, ensuring rural communities have equitable access to essential services.

URL: eurofound.europa.eu/system/files/2022-09/ef22032en.pdf

Original Reference: European Commission. (2020a). European Coordinated Response on Coronavirus: Questions and Answers, 13 March 2020. https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/qanda_20_458 (accessed on: 15 June 2020).

Brief Summary: This document presents research findings on sustainable rural development, focusing on policies promoting social cohesion and economic resilience in rural areas. Implications: It emphasizes the need for integrated rural-urban strategies to bridge gaps in service delivery and economic opportunities. Recommendations: Strengthen multi-actor approaches in PoliRuralPlus pilots to foster local partnerships and engage diverse stakeholders.

URL: https://data.europa.eu/doi/10.2777/616617

Original Reference: European Commission. (2020d). European Semester 2020 - Overview of Investment Guidance on the Just Transition Fund 2021-2027 per Member State (Annex D).

Brief Summary: Focuses on investment strategies for just transitions in regions most affected by climate change and economic disparity. Implications: PoliRuralPlus can integrate these guidelines into RAPs, especially for regions transitioning to greener economies. Recommendations: Encourage pilots to target funding for renewable energy and sustainable agriculture.

URL: https://commission.europa.eu/publications/2020-european-semester-overview-investment-guidance-just-transition-f