Article 2
The Single Programming Document includes the following essential elements: (a) a statement of the main priorities for joint action, their specific quantified objectives, an appraisal of their expected impact and their consistency with economic, social and regional policies in the United Kingdom; the main priorities are: 1. developing research and development in the region and encouraging technological innovation; 2. support of indigenous enterprise and local business; 3. assisting diversification of the regional economy and creation of conditions for growth; 4. urban and community regeneration; 5. building on the growth potential of the cultural, media and tourism industries and improving the image of the region; (b) the assistance from the Structural Funds as referred to in Article 4; (c) the detailed provisions for implementing the Single Programming Document comprising: - the procedures for monitoring and evaluation, - the financial implementation provisions, - the rules for compliance with Community policies; (d) the procedures for verifying additionality and an initial evaluation of the latter; (e) the arrangements for associating the environmental authorities with the implementation of the Single Programming Document; (f) the means available for technical assistance necessary for the preparation, implementation or adaptation of the measures concerned.