The LEADER Paying Agency in the Scottish Government are responsible for the:
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development of the policy to support LEADER
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delivery and support of LEADER to the Local Action Groups (LAGs)
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implementing the regulations and controls around LEADER
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monitoring the implementation of LEADER
The work of the team is split into three main areas:
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Finance – processing claims and ensuring payment is made
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Monitoring and Evaluation – ensuring compliance with regulations and conducting monitoring visits
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Local Actions in Rural Communities system (LARCs) – designing, developing and delivering an IT solution to support LEADER
The members of the team are: Gerrie Kidd, Esmee Van-Brueggel, Geoff Allan, Tom Brawn, Lynn Douglas, Stephen Gaul, Caroline McConnell, Gillian McTavish and Chris Montroy.
The delivery of the work of the LEADER team is overseen by Vicky Dunlop with Gillian McDonald having overall responsibility for the LEADER and the Food Processing, Marketing and Cooperation (FPMC) schemes.
You can contact the LEADER team by emailing Leader.Queries@gov.scot or calling 0131 244 9924.
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