Partnership principle and multi-level governance during the programming phase of the ES and ESI funds

The project examines the extent and modalities through which which the partnership principle has been applied in the programming phase of the European Structural and Investment Funds. The research develops an evidence base to inform the reports required under the regulatory framework for 2014-20 and provides an analytical basis for the design of the policy for after 2020. The study includes analysis of the Partnership Agreements and Operational Programmes of all EU Member States, as well as analysis of European Territorial Cooperation Programmes.