The high-level group on the simplification of cohesion policy is proposing to introduce, subject to certain conditions, a simplified regulatory framework for a number of member states and regions for the next financing period. This proposal is contained in the recommendations presented by the Commissioner for the Budget, Günther Oettinger, Commissioner for Regional Policy, Corina Crețu, and the former Commissioner and Chairperson of the high-level group, Siim Kallas, on Tuesday 11 July.
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