Article 5 Cooperation and implementation at Community level

The measures necessary for the implementation of this Decision shall be adopted in accordance with the advisory procedure referred to in Article 7(2).

The Commission shall ensure that Community actions covered by this Decision are implemented in conformity with the Annex.

In particular, the Commission shall make the necessary arrangements to ensure the consistency and complementarity of the Community actions and initiatives referred to in Article 10 with a view to meeting the objectives set out in Article 2.

The Commission shall conduct a regular exchange of views with stakeholders including those working with people living in poverty, particularly at European level, on the design, implementation, follow-up and assessment of the European Year. It shall make all relevant information available to the public.

The Commission shall closely involve the Social Protection Committee in the preparation and implementation of the European Year and, where appropriate, inform or involve other relevant committees.

The Commission shall, as appropriate, cooperate with other EU institutions, bodies, offices and agencies.