Division Chapter 22: Regional policy and coordination of structural instruments

Adopt and begin implementing an action plan setting out clear objectives and a related timetable in order to meet regulatory and operational requirements deriving from Community cohesion policy, including strengthening capacity at central, regional and local level,

ensure a clear distribution of responsibilities and strengthen the capacity of, and coordination between, designated implementing authorities/structures, including local authorities.

adopt a Regional Development Act,

reinforce capacity for programming, project preparation, monitoring, evaluation and financial management and control, particularly of line Ministries, to implement EU pre-accession programmes as a preparation for Community cohesion policy.