Factsheets
Date: 07 oct 2016
Period: 2007-2013
Theme: Business support, Energy, Environment, Transport, Evaluation, Research & Development, Social inclusion, Jobs, Education and Training, Structural Funds management and Governance
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Cohesion Policy 2007-2013 was implemented in challenging times. Europe was hit by the economic and fi nancial crisis, which limited public investment – making Cohesion Policy funds even more vital for growth and job creation.
An independent expert evaluation of 2007-2013 funding found that Cohesion Policy investments had positive, tangible results ranging from job creation, positive impact on regional disparities and an increase in GDP.