1. EU Floods Directive Trans-boundary Cooperation in Ireland
David Porter BEng MSc CEng MICE

2. EEA, 2008

3. Structure Cross-Border Implementation Group
Cross-Border Technical Group

4. Cross-Border Implementation Group
Terms of Reference
ensure the sharing of information
cooperation on high-level issues
direct the exchange of information
cooperation on non-joint activities
Oversight of joint implementation activities
Coordinate with the Water Framework Directive
Effective public information and consultation

5. Cross-Border Technical Group
Terms of Reference
Exchange information and cooperate on technical aspects of non-joint activities
Specify, manage and coordinate joint implementation activities
Coordinate on technical issues with Water Framework Directive

6. Both Groups Build on existing Non-Legislative By agreement Flexible
Annual meetings

7. EEA, 2008

10. Structures
Implementation Group
Technical Group
Technical Cooperation
Sea
Rivers
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