Mr. Dermot Ryan:

The question asked was whether there is any control over this measure. The Commission is assisted by a programme committee composed of representatives of the member states. This committee contributes to ensuring appropriate financial governance for the expenditure under this instrument. It is chaired by the Commission. The committee convenes regularly to discuss the work programme and the actions to be carried out under the instrument. To date, six meetings of the ASAP programme committee have been held. Furthermore, the committee will enable member states to oversee the Commission's work and to provide opinion when required.