In each of the six Areas of Co-Operation common policies and approaches are agreed in the North South Ministerial Council but implemented separately in each jurisdiction.
Agriculture
Animal and plant health; research, innovation and bioeconomy; climate change and biodiversity; farm safety; and rural development.
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Education for children with special needs, educational under-achievement, teacher qualifications and school, youth and teacher exchanges
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Environment protection, pollution, water quality management and waste management in a cross-border content
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Accident and emergency planning, co-operation on high technology equipment, cancer research and health promotion
… moreTourism including Tourism Ireland
The promotion of the island of Ireland overseas as a tourist destination via the establishment of a new company, known as Tourism Ireland
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