The INTERREG IVA Programme is the Cross-Border Territorial Cooperation Programme for Northern Ireland, the Border Region and Western Scotland. The overall aim of the INTERREG IVA Programme is to: ‘Support strategic cross-border co-operation for a more prosperous and sustainable region.’

The INTERREG IVA Programme 2007 – 2013 is targeted at the following eligible NUTS III areas:

• Northern Ireland: North of Northern Ireland; East of Northern Ireland; West and South of Northern Ireland;
• Ireland: The border consists of the six necklace counties along the border with Northern Ireland i.e., Cavan, Donegal, Leitrim, Louth, Monaghan and Sligo
• Scotland: Lochaber, Skye & Lochalsh, Arran & Cumbrae and Argyll & Bute, Dumfries and Galloway, East Ayrshire and North Ayrshire mainland, and South Ayrshire

Project Priorities

The overall objective of the INTERREG Programme is to support strategic programme co-operation for a more prosperous and sustainable region. Building on the successes and lessons of previous INTERREG Programmes, and reflecting on the SWOT analysis and outcomes from the consultation process, the INTERREG Programme will specifically focus on developing a dynamic economy and supporting programme infrastructure to improve access to services so as to improve the quality of life for those living in the eligible region.

Priority 1: Co-operation for a more prosperous cross border region 46
Priority 2: Co-operation for a sustainable Programme region 51
Priority 3: Technical assistance 56

More detailed information can also be found on the INTERREG IVA website which contains comprehensive details of the programme, including the programme documents, lists of projects and project ideas.