The INICCO project will build on nine years of successful work by developing the Centre for Cross Border Studies into a Regional Observatory for cross-border cooperation in Ireland and Europe, doing policy research and development that will provide national and regional governments with evidence-based solutions for cross-border problems in areas like the economy, spatial planning, health and education. These solutions will improve services to enhance the quality of life for those living in the eligible area. This Observatory will be unique in that it will provide expertise in cross-border cooperation as a key building block of a successful peace process, and will identify ‘best practice’ lessons from Ireland and Northern Ireland for other cross-border regions in Europe (especially the new Member States).”(subsequently emailed to Declan and added to project discription 02/06/2008)