The Scottish Executive has encouraged the five Programme Management Executives to pursue actively a range of activities to raise awareness of the availability of the funds, including:The provision on websites and the circulation to all partner organisations of programme bulletins providing up to date information on funds available and forthcoming application rounds; Facilitation of fast-track applications, rolling programmes and additional application rounds where appropriate;Delivery of regular application advice surgeries and workshops across the country;Engaging with target communities to stimulate applications for community economic development support;Analysis of underlying reasons for slow uptake in particular measures or areas, andEfforts to promote private sector interest in the funds.