Information Service

A clear and concise information service that cuts through jargon and gets straight to the point. The information bulletins include : policy updates, partner searches and funding opportunities. Information that is rapidly delivered, that is provided in a reliable way and that is relevant to our partners.

The information available capitalises on the advance intelligence we receive from meetings in Brussels. We currently provide information on 10 policy areas and one area of general interest. Feedback from partners is invaluable in framing EU information for a UK audience.

We produce a monthly newsletter which presents policy information in a very straightforward way for a wider local audience. This contains the latest news and development at the EU level, funding opportunities and highlights how Greater Manchester has been involved in these areas and where our principle concerns in these areas lie. The latest newsletters can be accessed below

Enquiries

We handle any EU related enquiries from our partners. We also advise partners in the preparation and submission of bids and will inform partners on request of the results of bids, find out why bids have been not been successful and recommend improvements for future bids. In addition, we advise and assist partners, on request, in dealing with the European Commission prior and during projects and contracts. We also assist partners in finding partners for trans-national projects.

Briefings and Best Practice Visits

In addition to regular briefings in Greater Manchester, we assist in the organisation of Brussels based briefings to bring the expertise of partners in contact with the Commission, Parliament and other relevant actors. These briefings are organised for individuals on request, or on an agreed programme requested by partners. The office has extensive experience in organising events in venues across Brussels, including the European Parliament (both in Brussels and Strasbourg).

Targets

All of the office services are accompanied be targets. For example, we will respond immediately to enquiries where the information is available directly.

Otherwise we will respond within two days to provide the information or if the information required is not immediately available we give a specific date by which we will get back to the partner.