10. Article

Payments may only be made by the PA if the Lead Partner provides proof of progress of the operation within the approved action plan by presenting regular progress reports consisting of an activity report and a financial report. The financial report has to be signed by an auditor, accountant or financial manager independent from the operation's activities, certifying the eligibility of expenditure declared. The Lead Partner must also provide proof of having received proportionate national co financing. Details are defined in the subsidy contract with the Lead Partner.