The #ACCESS project is committed to help cross-border cooperation between the Slovak Republic and Hungary through identifying and solving the still persisting administrative and legal obstacles. In order to achieve this, apart from conducting surveys involving the general public living in the border area, the project partners also carry out interviews with national authorities to capture their experiences and insights as well.
The purpose of these interviews is to delve into the multifaceted challenges faced by citizens and authorities in connection with different cross-border issues. By focusing on key sectors such as healthcare, territorial development, the labour market, and the economy, our team aims to identify the root causes of these obstacles. The insights garnered will play a pivotal role in shaping targeted interventions to eliminate these barriers.
So far almost 20 interviews were conducted and 15 more are currently being organised. The healthcare sector interviews revolved around ambulance services and rescue authorities, engaging with key figures in this domain. Territorial development discussions centred on understanding obstacles within this sector, particularly related to legislation. Interviews within the labour market explored challenges in labour offices, emphasising cooperation within the framework of legislation. In the economic realm, the project delved into obstacles within the Chamber of Agriculture, obtaining insights from representatives involved in agricultural cooperation as well as tourist destination management.
The interviews serve as a foundational step in the project, providing a comprehensive understanding of cross-border challenges. The information gathered will directly facilitate the implementation of the #ACCESS project’s interventions, targeting the identification and elimination of specific legal and administrative barriers. Early next year, the project continues with the making and the analysis of interviews as well as the organisation of municipal reference groups meetings about which more information will be shared through the project’s website and Facebook page.
The project is financially supported by the European Union,
within the framework of the Interreg Hungary – Slovakia Programme.
For more information visit www.skhu.eu.
The project is financially supported by the European Union,
within the framework of the Interreg Hungary – Slovakia Programme.
For more information visit www.skhu.eu.
Brief report on the survey of the project