The agreement includes representation for the Paralympic movement on ACES' award commission, offering the chance for EPC to join site visits to cities bidding for the title. Both ACES and EPC believe one of the fundamental aspects that cities' programmes and sports facilities must take into account when appraising bids is athletes with disabilities.

EPC will use this opportunity to encourage cities wishing to become European Sport Capital to host events for athletes with disabilities, including European championships and youth events. It will also push for all championships for non-disabled athletes to include events for Paralympic athletes and promote accessibility to sports facilities for people with disabilities.

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