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| What was the core OBSTACLE in undertaking the activity? | We don’t consider it to be a problem, but a chance. There are always hindrances which can obstruct cooperation. Some hindrances – for instance legal – are real and some are only felt (emotional). It’s a priority because our government wanted all obstacles hindering cross border cooperation removed. It’s a priority for all ministries involved. First we made an assessment of all possible hindrances, then we talked about them with the involved parties and then we made a plan how to remove them (when possible). | |||||
| Which were the main CAUSES of the OBSTACLE? | The major obstacles is often the mindset of the people involved. It takes a lot of time and often people think that the people from across the border aren’t interested. You need to invest in CBC. We tried to build an infrastructure which made it easier to meet the colleagues on both sides of the border and we tried to make it clear that there are hardy any legal barriers for CBC. We financed meetings, etc. | |||||
| Which were the main EFFECTS of the OBSTACLE? | The people along the border are the most effected. No CBC could mean that they don’t get the most effective help during a disaster or crisis.This would have implications for the population in the border area, because they won’t feel safe at home. | |||||
| Please, describe briefly the factor(s) which mostly (3-4) aggravated the persistence of the Obstacle | As I said before, the problem is mostly psychological. CBC is not a logical first step which officials make when having a problem and you need to invest in money, manpower, etc. | |||||
| Institution | Dutch Ministry of Security and Justice | |||||
| Contact details | Erwin de Hamer, National coordinator for security and counter terrorism
tel 0031 (0)6 48130942 |
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