This paper deals with the effects of the transfer of additional funds on the real economy of recipient countries, in particular the European Member States. The intended and unintended effects of additional funds on national public finances and, ultimately, economic performance are discussed....

This note provides an overview and assessment of the ex-ante conditionalities, fulfilment criteria and delivery mechanisms outlined in the draft Common Provisions Regulation adopted by the European Commission. It encompasses relevant programme management phases and illustrates the roles of the...

This study analyses the rational, features and the conditions under which a more result/performance-oriented delivery system for Cohesion Policy, based on the use of performance indicators, and, potentially, of incentive mechanisms, can be designed and implemented along the different phases of...