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Join us for the European Union's Regional Development Fund Seminar held on March 16-17, 2009, in Inverness, Scotland. This event, led by Denise Pirie, Regional Contact Point (RCP), aims to facilitate networking, project generation, and coordination among stakeholders. Learn about the Regional Appraisal Process, advisory group tasks, and how to effectively implement our programs. This seminar serves as a platform for raising awareness and sharing best practices within the Highlands and Islands region. For more details, please contact Denise Pirie at Highlands and Islands Enterprise.
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European Union European Regional Development Fund Scottish Lead Partner and Partner Seminar Regional Contact PointsWhat we can offer and how we can help you16 - 17th March, 2009 - Inverness, ScotlandDenise Pirie
Regional Contact Point (RCP) Background • Effective body for communicating objectives • Local and Regional Representation • Implementation of Programme • Future Awareness Raising Process
RCP Tasks • Working at grass root level • Facilitate project generation process • Arrange networking activities • Ensure Regional Advisory Groups (RAGs) appraisal • Regional Appraisal Process – preparatory projects
Common Activities for all RCPs • Networking and dissemination – assisting Secretariat to promote programme • Annual networking event – NPP Project Partners within a Region • Yearly RCP/Programme Secretariat meeting • Partenariats or Thematic meetings • Annual Conference or Lead Partner Seminar • Regional Press Release • Produce information for Region
Project Generation • New application developments • Main advisory body to idea holders • Liaise with Secretariat and other RCPs • Guidance on information
Project Appraisal Process • Assist Programme Secretariat in assessment process – preparatory projects • Organise RAG meetings • Reporting secretary at RAG meeting
Other • Assist Programme Secretariat – PMC meetings • Report – Annual Activity Report
Contact Mrs Denise Pirie European Manager Highlands and Islands Enterprise Cowan House Inverness Retail and Business Park Inverness IV2 7GF T: +44 (0)1463 244 252 F: +44 (0)1463 244 241 M: +44 (0)7833 298 521 denise.pirie@hient.co.uk
For further information, please visit: www.northernperiphery.eu Thank you for listening!