Article 1 
1. A multiannual framework programme for all research activities, including demonstration activities, and training activities in the field of nuclear energy, hereinafter referred to as the 'fifth framework programme`, is hereby adopted for the period 1998 to 2002. 2. The fifth framework programme shall cover the area of controlled thermonuclear fusion and energy systems related to nuclear fission, as well as that of industrial and medical uses of radiation and natural sources of radiation. Those areas shall include, in addition to the thematic aspects, horizontal aspects concerning cooperation with third countries and international organisations, the dissemination and exploitation of results of research and training activities, and the stimulation of the training and mobility of Community researchers. 3. The criteria for selecting the areas referred to in paragraph 2 and the related objectives are set out in Annex I. They shall apply for the implementation of the fifth framework programme. 4. The general outlines of the aforementioned areas, their scientific and technological objectives and the related priorities are set out in Annex II. 5. The activities carried out in the fifth framework programme shall be closely coordinated, as appropriate, with the activities in the field of energy research described in the fifth framework programme of the European Community for research, technological development and demonstration activities (1998 to 2002), while fully respecting the legally independent nature of these two programmes. Article 2 1. (a) The financial reference amount for the implementation of this framework programme for the period 1998 to 2002 shall be ECU 1 260 million, of which ECU 788 million shall be for controlled thermonuclear fusion and CU 281 million shall be for the JRC. Of this amount: - ECU 310 million is for the period 1998 to 1999, - ECU 950 million is for the period 2000 to 2002. (b) The figure of ECU 950 million shall be deemed to be confirmed if it is consistent with the financial perspective in force in the period 2000 to 2002. In the case of any new financial perspective in force, this condition shall be met only if - the financial perspective indicates the share of expenditure available for research, and - that share permits Community participation of ECU 950 million in the period 2000 to 2002. (c) If the figure of ECU 950 million is not consistent with the financial perspective in force in the period 2000 to 2002, or if there is no financial perspective in force in those years, the Council, acting under the conditions provided for in Article 7 of the Treaty, shall: - set a new financial reference amount, - adapt the amounts deemed necessary for the research and training programmes referred to in Article 3, so as to ensure their consistency with the new financial reference amount. Pending the decisions provided for in the first and second indents, the research and training programmes shall not be implemented beyond the provision in the first indent of the second subparagraph of subparagraph (a). 2. The amounts mentioned in paragraph 1 shall be subject to revision should new Member States accede before the framework programme expires. Article 3 1. The fifth framework programme shall be implemented through two research and training programmes, on of which shall be specific to the JRC. Each research and training programme shall specify its precise objectives on the lines of the scientific and technological objectives in Annex II, define the detailed rules for its implementation, fix its duration and provide for the means deemed necessary. The Commission will establish and publish under its own responsibility a detailed manual of operational procedures and guidelines for the selection of research and training activities.2. Implementation of the fifth framework programme may give rise, where necessary, to supplementary programmes. It may also give rise to the conclusion of agreements with third countries or international organisations within the meaning of Article 101 of the Treaty. Article 4 The detailed rules for financial participation by the European Atomic Energy Community in the fifth framework programme shall be those laid down in accordance with the special provisions concerning research and technological development appropriations in the Financial Regulation applicable to the general budget of the European Communities, as supplemented by Annex III to this Decision. Article 5 1. The Commission shall continually and systematically monitor each year, with the help of independent qualified experts, the implementation of the fifth framework programme and its research and training programmes in the light of the criteria set out in Annex I and the scientific and technological objectives set out in Annex II. It shall assess, in particular, whether the objectives, priorities and financial resources are still appropriate to the changing situation. Where appropriate, it shall submit proposals to adapt or supplement the framework programme and/or the research and training programmes, taking account of the results of this assessment. 2. Before submitting its proposal for a sixth framework programme, the Commission shall have an external assessment conducted by independent highly qualified experts into the implementation of the activities in the areas referred to in Article 1(2), carried out during the five years preceding that assessment, in the light of the criteria set out in Annex I, the scientific and technological objectives set out in Annex II and the implementation of this Decision via the research and training programmes based thereon. The Commission shall communicate the conclusions thereof, together with its comments, to the European Parliament, the Council and the Economic and Social Committee. 3. The independent qualified experts referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 shall be chosen on the grounds of their expertise and personal aptitude by the Commission, which shall take into account, in a balanced fashion, the various research players. The Commission shall make known the full list of experts and their individual qualifications following their appointment. 4. The Commission shall regularly inform the European Parliament and the Council on the overall progress of the implementation of the framework programme and the specific programmes. In particular, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and the Council at the beginning of each year. The report shall cover in particular the research and training activities carried out during the preceding year and the work programme for the year in progress. Article 6 Halfway through the term of the fifth framework programme, the Commission shall review progres with the programme and shall submit to the European Parliament and to the Council, on the basis of the assessments of the various research and training programmes, a communication accompanied, if appropriate, by a proposal to the Council for the adaptation of this Decision. Done at Brussels, 22 December 1998. For the Council The President C. EINEM (1) OJ C 173, 7.6.1997, p. 30, and OJ C 291, 25.9.1997, p. 16. (2) OJ C 14, 19.1.1998, p. 59. (3) OJ C 355, 21.11.1997, p. 38. (4) OJ L 115, 6.5.1994, p. 31. Decision as amended by Decision 96/253/Euratom (OJ L 86, 4.4.1996, p. 7). (5) OJ C 102, 4.4.1996, p. 4.
Article 2 
1. (a) The financial reference amount for the implementation of this framework programme for the period 1998 to 2002 shall be ECU 1 260 million, of which ECU 788 million shall be for controlled thermonuclear fusion and CU 281 million shall be for the JRC. Of this amount: - ECU 310 million is for the period 1998 to 1999, - ECU 950 million is for the period 2000 to 2002. (b) The figure of ECU 950 million shall be deemed to be confirmed if it is consistent with the financial perspective in force in the period 2000 to 2002. In the case of any new financial perspective in force, this condition shall be met only if - the financial perspective indicates the share of expenditure available for research, and - that share permits Community participation of ECU 950 million in the period 2000 to 2002. (c) If the figure of ECU 950 million is not consistent with the financial perspective in force in the period 2000 to 2002, or if there is no financial perspective in force in those years, the Council, acting under the conditions provided for in Article 7 of the Treaty, shall: - set a new financial reference amount, - adapt the amounts deemed necessary for the research and training programmes referred to in Article 3, so as to ensure their consistency with the new financial reference amount. Pending the decisions provided for in the first and second indents, the research and training programmes shall not be implemented beyond the provision in the first indent of the second subparagraph of subparagraph (a). 2. The amounts mentioned in paragraph 1 shall be subject to revision should new Member States accede before the framework programme expires. Article 3 1. The fifth framework programme shall be implemented through two research and training programmes, on of which shall be specific to the JRC. Each research and training programme shall specify its precise objectives on the lines of the scientific and technological objectives in Annex II, define the detailed rules for its implementation, fix its duration and provide for the means deemed necessary. The Commission will establish and publish under its own responsibility a detailed manual of operational procedures and guidelines for the selection of research and training activities.2. Implementation of the fifth framework programme may give rise, where necessary, to supplementary programmes. It may also give rise to the conclusion of agreements with third countries or international organisations within the meaning of Article 101 of the Treaty. Article 4 The detailed rules for financial participation by the European Atomic Energy Community in the fifth framework programme shall be those laid down in accordance with the special provisions concerning research and technological development appropriations in the Financial Regulation applicable to the general budget of the European Communities, as supplemented by Annex III to this Decision. Article 5 1. The Commission shall continually and systematically monitor each year, with the help of independent qualified experts, the implementation of the fifth framework programme and its research and training programmes in the light of the criteria set out in Annex I and the scientific and technological objectives set out in Annex II. It shall assess, in particular, whether the objectives, priorities and financial resources are still appropriate to the changing situation. Where appropriate, it shall submit proposals to adapt or supplement the framework programme and/or the research and training programmes, taking account of the results of this assessment. 2. Before submitting its proposal for a sixth framework programme, the Commission shall have an external assessment conducted by independent highly qualified experts into the implementation of the activities in the areas referred to in Article 1(2), carried out during the five years preceding that assessment, in the light of the criteria set out in Annex I, the scientific and technological objectives set out in Annex II and the implementation of this Decision via the research and training programmes based thereon. The Commission shall communicate the conclusions thereof, together with its comments, to the European Parliament, the Council and the Economic and Social Committee. 3. The independent qualified experts referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 shall be chosen on the grounds of their expertise and personal aptitude by the Commission, which shall take into account, in a balanced fashion, the various research players. The Commission shall make known the full list of experts and their individual qualifications following their appointment. 4. The Commission shall regularly inform the European Parliament and the Council on the overall progress of the implementation of the framework programme and the specific programmes. In particular, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and the Council at the beginning of each year. The report shall cover in particular the research and training activities carried out during the preceding year and the work programme for the year in progress. Article 6 Halfway through the term of the fifth framework programme, the Commission shall review progres with the programme and shall submit to the European Parliament and to the Council, on the basis of the assessments of the various research and training programmes, a communication accompanied, if appropriate, by a proposal to the Council for the adaptation of this Decision. Done at Brussels, 22 December 1998. For the Council The President C. EINEM (1) OJ C 173, 7.6.1997, p. 30, and OJ C 291, 25.9.1997, p. 16. (2) OJ C 14, 19.1.1998, p. 59. (3) OJ C 355, 21.11.1997, p. 38. (4) OJ L 115, 6.5.1994, p. 31. Decision as amended by Decision 96/253/Euratom (OJ L 86, 4.4.1996, p. 7). (5) OJ C 102, 4.4.1996, p. 4.
Article 3 
1. The fifth framework programme shall be implemented through two research and training programmes, on of which shall be specific to the JRC. Each research and training programme shall specify its precise objectives on the lines of the scientific and technological objectives in Annex II, define the detailed rules for its implementation, fix its duration and provide for the means deemed necessary. The Commission will establish and publish under its own responsibility a detailed manual of operational procedures and guidelines for the selection of research and training activities.2. Implementation of the fifth framework programme may give rise, where necessary, to supplementary programmes. It may also give rise to the conclusion of agreements with third countries or international organisations within the meaning of Article 101 of the Treaty. Article 4 The detailed rules for financial participation by the European Atomic Energy Community in the fifth framework programme shall be those laid down in accordance with the special provisions concerning research and technological development appropriations in the Financial Regulation applicable to the general budget of the European Communities, as supplemented by Annex III to this Decision. Article 5 1. The Commission shall continually and systematically monitor each year, with the help of independent qualified experts, the implementation of the fifth framework programme and its research and training programmes in the light of the criteria set out in Annex I and the scientific and technological objectives set out in Annex II. It shall assess, in particular, whether the objectives, priorities and financial resources are still appropriate to the changing situation. Where appropriate, it shall submit proposals to adapt or supplement the framework programme and/or the research and training programmes, taking account of the results of this assessment. 2. Before submitting its proposal for a sixth framework programme, the Commission shall have an external assessment conducted by independent highly qualified experts into the implementation of the activities in the areas referred to in Article 1(2), carried out during the five years preceding that assessment, in the light of the criteria set out in Annex I, the scientific and technological objectives set out in Annex II and the implementation of this Decision via the research and training programmes based thereon. The Commission shall communicate the conclusions thereof, together with its comments, to the European Parliament, the Council and the Economic and Social Committee. 3. The independent qualified experts referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 shall be chosen on the grounds of their expertise and personal aptitude by the Commission, which shall take into account, in a balanced fashion, the various research players. The Commission shall make known the full list of experts and their individual qualifications following their appointment. 4. The Commission shall regularly inform the European Parliament and the Council on the overall progress of the implementation of the framework programme and the specific programmes. In particular, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and the Council at the beginning of each year. The report shall cover in particular the research and training activities carried out during the preceding year and the work programme for the year in progress. Article 6 Halfway through the term of the fifth framework programme, the Commission shall review progres with the programme and shall submit to the European Parliament and to the Council, on the basis of the assessments of the various research and training programmes, a communication accompanied, if appropriate, by a proposal to the Council for the adaptation of this Decision. Done at Brussels, 22 December 1998. For the Council The President C. EINEM (1) OJ C 173, 7.6.1997, p. 30, and OJ C 291, 25.9.1997, p. 16. (2) OJ C 14, 19.1.1998, p. 59. (3) OJ C 355, 21.11.1997, p. 38. (4) OJ L 115, 6.5.1994, p. 31. Decision as amended by Decision 96/253/Euratom (OJ L 86, 4.4.1996, p. 7). (5) OJ C 102, 4.4.1996, p. 4.
Article 4 
The detailed rules for financial participation by the European Atomic Energy Community in the fifth framework programme shall be those laid down in accordance with the special provisions concerning research and technological development appropriations in the Financial Regulation applicable to the general budget of the European Communities, as supplemented by Annex III to this Decision. Article 5 1. The Commission shall continually and systematically monitor each year, with the help of independent qualified experts, the implementation of the fifth framework programme and its research and training programmes in the light of the criteria set out in Annex I and the scientific and technological objectives set out in Annex II. It shall assess, in particular, whether the objectives, priorities and financial resources are still appropriate to the changing situation. Where appropriate, it shall submit proposals to adapt or supplement the framework programme and/or the research and training programmes, taking account of the results of this assessment. 2. Before submitting its proposal for a sixth framework programme, the Commission shall have an external assessment conducted by independent highly qualified experts into the implementation of the activities in the areas referred to in Article 1(2), carried out during the five years preceding that assessment, in the light of the criteria set out in Annex I, the scientific and technological objectives set out in Annex II and the implementation of this Decision via the research and training programmes based thereon. The Commission shall communicate the conclusions thereof, together with its comments, to the European Parliament, the Council and the Economic and Social Committee. 3. The independent qualified experts referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 shall be chosen on the grounds of their expertise and personal aptitude by the Commission, which shall take into account, in a balanced fashion, the various research players. The Commission shall make known the full list of experts and their individual qualifications following their appointment. 4. The Commission shall regularly inform the European Parliament and the Council on the overall progress of the implementation of the framework programme and the specific programmes. In particular, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and the Council at the beginning of each year. The report shall cover in particular the research and training activities carried out during the preceding year and the work programme for the year in progress. Article 6 Halfway through the term of the fifth framework programme, the Commission shall review progres with the programme and shall submit to the European Parliament and to the Council, on the basis of the assessments of the various research and training programmes, a communication accompanied, if appropriate, by a proposal to the Council for the adaptation of this Decision. Done at Brussels, 22 December 1998. For the Council The President C. EINEM (1) OJ C 173, 7.6.1997, p. 30, and OJ C 291, 25.9.1997, p. 16. (2) OJ C 14, 19.1.1998, p. 59. (3) OJ C 355, 21.11.1997, p. 38. (4) OJ L 115, 6.5.1994, p. 31. Decision as amended by Decision 96/253/Euratom (OJ L 86, 4.4.1996, p. 7). (5) OJ C 102, 4.4.1996, p. 4.
Article 5 
1. The Commission shall continually and systematically monitor each year, with the help of independent qualified experts, the implementation of the fifth framework programme and its research and training programmes in the light of the criteria set out in Annex I and the scientific and technological objectives set out in Annex II. It shall assess, in particular, whether the objectives, priorities and financial resources are still appropriate to the changing situation. Where appropriate, it shall submit proposals to adapt or supplement the framework programme and/or the research and training programmes, taking account of the results of this assessment. 2. Before submitting its proposal for a sixth framework programme, the Commission shall have an external assessment conducted by independent highly qualified experts into the implementation of the activities in the areas referred to in Article 1(2), carried out during the five years preceding that assessment, in the light of the criteria set out in Annex I, the scientific and technological objectives set out in Annex II and the implementation of this Decision via the research and training programmes based thereon. The Commission shall communicate the conclusions thereof, together with its comments, to the European Parliament, the Council and the Economic and Social Committee. 3. The independent qualified experts referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 shall be chosen on the grounds of their expertise and personal aptitude by the Commission, which shall take into account, in a balanced fashion, the various research players. The Commission shall make known the full list of experts and their individual qualifications following their appointment. 4. The Commission shall regularly inform the European Parliament and the Council on the overall progress of the implementation of the framework programme and the specific programmes. In particular, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and the Council at the beginning of each year. The report shall cover in particular the research and training activities carried out during the preceding year and the work programme for the year in progress. Article 6 Halfway through the term of the fifth framework programme, the Commission shall review progres with the programme and shall submit to the European Parliament and to the Council, on the basis of the assessments of the various research and training programmes, a communication accompanied, if appropriate, by a proposal to the Council for the adaptation of this Decision. Done at Brussels, 22 December 1998. For the Council The President C. EINEM (1) OJ C 173, 7.6.1997, p. 30, and OJ C 291, 25.9.1997, p. 16. (2) OJ C 14, 19.1.1998, p. 59. (3) OJ C 355, 21.11.1997, p. 38. (4) OJ L 115, 6.5.1994, p. 31. Decision as amended by Decision 96/253/Euratom (OJ L 86, 4.4.1996, p. 7). (5) OJ C 102, 4.4.1996, p. 4.
Article 6 
Halfway through the term of the fifth framework programme, the Commission shall review progres with the programme and shall submit to the European Parliament and to the Council, on the basis of the assessments of the various research and training programmes, a communication accompanied, if appropriate, by a proposal to the Council for the adaptation of this Decision. Done at Brussels, 22 December 1998. For the Council The President C. EINEM (1) OJ C 173, 7.6.1997, p. 30, and OJ C 291, 25.9.1997, p. 16. (2) OJ C 14, 19.1.1998, p. 59. (3) OJ C 355, 21.11.1997, p. 38. (4) OJ L 115, 6.5.1994, p. 31. Decision as amended by Decision 96/253/Euratom (OJ L 86, 4.4.1996, p. 7). (5) OJ C 102, 4.4.1996, p. 4.