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Madrid Seeks to Sharply Curtail Short-Term Rentals

A suite of restrictions under consideration in Madrid would eliminate short-term rentals from 95 percent of the city.

May 16, 2018 - The Local

Berlin Airport to Be Reborn as Public Park

A historic airfield in Berlin will be transformed over the next year into the city's largest park.

September 2, 2009 - The Local

Congestion Pricing Returning To Stockholm

The capital's congestion charge scheme is being reintroduced with a proposal to appease drivers by using the proceeds for highway improvements.

November 18, 2006 - The Local

Stockholm's Congestion Tax Works

The toll cordon around central Stockholm has reduced weekday motor vehicle traffic. Will voters support its continued operation in an advisory referendum vote in September 2006?

June 22, 2006 - The Local

Stockholm Traffic Congestion Tax Gaining In Popularity?

Stockholm's traffic congestion tax began in Jan. 2006 and appeared to be unpopular. According to a poll commissioned by the Greens and conducted in May 2006, the tax is more accepted now. A popular vote on the tax will decide its fate in Sept. 2006.

May 19, 2006 - The Local

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