Communications
Date: 01 apr 2008
Period: 2007-2013
Theme: Business support, Energy, Environment, Northern Ireland: Peace Programme, Transport, Urban development, Research and innnovation, Social inclusion, Jobs, Education and Training
Languages: en
The consolidation of peace in Northern Ireland is a matter first of all for the people of the region. But there is clearly also an important European dimension given that the people of Northern Ireland are citizens of a European Union that is founded on the principles of peace, stability and prosperity. This is why the Commission was particularly pleased to be invited to support the peace process in Northern Ireland, in particular, by helping the region in its efforts to improve its economic competitiveness and to create sustainable employment for its people. The Commission is particularly encouraged by the priority that has now been attached to economic development in Northern Ireland by the political leadership.