RTD 5th framework programme 1998-2002: research, development, demonstration, direct actions by the JRC

Following the successful conclusion of the conciliation procedure between the Parliament and the Council, the Parliament adopted its opinion on the specific programme for RTD, including demonstration, to be carried out by means of direct actions by the JRC (1998-2002) for the European Community. The Parliament's Rapporteur was E. McNALLY (UK, PES). The overall budget will be 739 million ECU. This will be broken down into 189 million for the period 1998/88, and 550 million for the 2000/02 period. According to the amendments approved, the scope of this proposal would be extended to cover, among other things, the harmonisation of standards for organic foods and for food animal husbandry, and insulating and other energy efficient materials and devices. Another amendment concerned the representation of the Parliament on the board of the JRC.�