Article 9 Complementarity, compliance and coordination

A financial contribution from the EGF shall not replace actions which are the responsibility of companies by virtue of national law or collective agreements.

Support for targeted beneficiaries shall complement actions of the Member States at national, regional and local level including those co-financed by Union funds.

The financial contribution from the EGF shall be limited to what is necessary to provide solidarity and temporary, one-off support for targeted beneficiaries. The actions supported by the EGF shall comply with Union and national law, including State aid rules.

In accordance with their respective responsibilities, the Commission and the applicant Member State shall ensure the coordination of the assistance from Union funds.

The applicant Member State shall ensure that the specific actions receiving a financial contribution from the EGF shall not also receive assistance from other Union financial instruments.