§ Mr. RobathanTo ask the Secretary of State for International Development what the results were of the £315,756 contract awarded to P-E International PCL to offer support to Ministry of European integration in Croatia; and if he will make a statement on its priority within his Department's budget. [137743]
Mr. Gareth ThomasIt is too early to assess the results of the £315,756 contract awarded to PE International PCL. However, the Croatian Government has indicated the importance it attaches to this support. The project commenced in February 2003 and is due to be completed in February 2004. DFID's support is assisting the Croatian Ministry of European Integration to plan and manage the process of European Integration. The assistance is a key component of DFID's bilateral programme to Croatia, supporting national and European Union objectives. Public administration reform will continue to be a priority for the DFID's work in Croatia.