28/04/2016 Press Release
Structural reforms in the member states: Council agrees position on support programme
On 28 April 2016, the Permanent Representatives Committee (Coreper) agreed, on behalf of the Council, its negotiating stance on a proposed regulation establishing a structural reform programme to help member states implement reforms.
The programme would be established for the period from 1 January 2017 to 31 December 2020, with a financial envelope of €142.8 million.
Coreper asked the Netherlands presidency to start negotiations with the European Parliament.
Objectives
The aim of the programme is to contribute to institutional, administrative and structural reforms in the member states with a view to enhancing competitiveness, productivity, growth, jobs, cohesion, and investment, in particular in the context of economic governance processes, including through assistance for the efficient and effective use of EU funds. The programme would finance actions and activities of European added value.
Financing
Member states would have to submit a request for financial support by 31 October of each calendar year. The financial resources available under the programme would be redirected from other technical assistance programmes under the common provision regulation for structural funds and the Rural Development Fund.
Monitoring and implementation
The Commission would carry out the programme, which would build on best practices with technical assistance to Cyprus and Greece. The Commission would also monitor the implementation of actions financed by the programme.
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