Cohesion policy plays a key role in Europe’s future. A first responder in the Covid crisis and a linchpin of the recovery package. In the longer term, a cornerstone of a Green Deal for all regions, with none left behind. In the context of these responsibilities both present and future, it is rea...
The EU budget provides financial support to students, scientists, farmers, NGOs, SMEs, towns, regions and many other beneficiaries in Belgium. The second largest share of EU funding in Belgium is used to support growth and jobs, including research and innovation (€1.8 billion). For example, than...
The EU budget provides financial support to students, scientists, farmers, NGOs, SMEs, towns, regions and many other beneficiaries in Slovakia. Most of the EU funding is for regional policy. For example, EU funding of €15.3 billion should help to reduce economic gaps between regions by promoting...
On 27 April 2017, the European Parliament – on a recommendation by the Council – granted the Commission discharge for the financial year 2015. Discharge is the process by which the European Parliament and Council scrutinise the implementation of the EU budget and hold the Commission accountable ...
This study analyses the closure process for programmes funded under the European Regional Development Fund and the Cohesion Fund in 2007-13. It details the regulatory provisions, guidance and support provided for closure in 2007-13 and assesses the closure experiences of programme authorities be...
