Next DIBA
We work alongside local authorities to unlock the full potential of European funds.
We support municipalities and local entities in the province of Barcelona throughout the entire lifecycle of a European-funded project: from identifying opportunities to application, management, monitoring and evaluation of results.
We are a team committed to defending local interests, providing useful resources, sharing knowledge and fostering strategic partnerships to drive projects with real and sustainable impact.

Barcelona Provincial Council’s Next Diba Service receives the European “Good Practice Award” at the EPSA 2025-26
The Next Diba Service has received a “Good Practice Award” from the European Public Sector Awards (EPSA), one of Europe’s leading recognitions for innovation and excellence in the public sector.

New Guidance Document on the Adaptation of NGEU Case Files
The Barcelona's Provincial Council and the Directorate-General for European Funds and State Aid have published a guidance document on the adaptation of case files financed with RRF funds.

Deadline extended for grants for new early childhood education places
The Spanish Ministry of Education extends the implementation and the reporting deadline for these programmes funded by NextGenerationEU

MITECO extends implementation deadlines for several PRTR programmes
The amendment adapts the regulatory framework of these grants to the new aid scheme established by the European Commission, introducing greater flexibility in project implementation timelines and maximising the use of Next Generation EU funds.

MITECO announces a new €2 billion package to boost the energy transition
New funding will strengthen industry, support renewable integration, accelerate electric mobility and promote innovative thermal solutions.

The Department of Economy and Finance of the Government of Catalonia recognises the key role of the provincial councils in supporting local authorities in the implementation of Next Generation EU funds
The European funds portal of the Government of Catalonia now redirects users to the websites of the provincial councils, highlighting their support work for municipalities.

New dedicated Next DIBA programme: more funding, more support
The Barcelona Provincial Council renews the dedicated Next DIBA programme to strengthen support for local authorities in accessing and managing European funds.
NEXT DIBA Service
Coordination of Cooperation and Local Assistance
Àrea de Presidència
Rambla de Catalunya, 126, 8a planta. 08008 Barcelona
ccal.nextdiba@diba.cat
Phone number: 934 049 379

