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A Short Guide to the EU

A Short Guide to the EU

Between 2021 and 2027, the EU plans to invest €378 billion in its regions. With investment from the Member States added to the total, this will reach €550 billion.

The EU invests locally in towns and regions to boost jobs and the economy and improve quality of life. It aims to make a difference in five key areas.

Helping people to get into employment and education, or helping to include them in society

Aiding research and innovation

Modernising transport and energy in order to fight climate change

Protecting and improving the environment

Supporting small and medium-sized businesses

Take a look around your area and you will soon find a school, a bridge, a hospital or another project that has benefited from EU funding. Thousands of projects have received support from EU regional programmes over the years. Below are just a few examples of projects that are, or soon will be, making a difference to people’s lives across the EU.

How can I get help with funding? Researcher, farmer, entrepreneur or artist? Find out about who’s eligible for funding.

Find out about projects in your region that have received EU funding.

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