Consultation on European Structural Funds Replacement Vehicle

Posted on November 14, 2019

Scottish Government is conducting a consultation seeking views on how a replacement funding vehicle for the European Structural Funds could best meet the needs of communities in Scotland.

The purpose of these funds is to “invest in job creation and a sustainable and healthy European economy and environment”. While there are many different funding streams involved, this consultation focuses on the needs currently addressed by the European Regional Development Fund and the European Social Fund.

The deadline for responses is Wednesday 12^th February.

To submit your response, or for further information, please visit the Scottish Government website.

Alternatively, to find out more about Senscot’s planned joint response, contact Senscot by email: mail@senscot.net

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