The last Line of Defence at national Level for protecting the financial Interests of the European Union in the Cohesion Policy Audit Authorities Role as Assurance Providers

Focusing on the multilevel governance structure of the EU's Cohesion Policy, this book critically examines the evolution of national audit authorities' functions and responsibilities. It explores how these authorities influence the assurance level of EU spending within this policy framework, providing a detailed analysis of their impact on financial accountability and effectiveness in the context of European integration.