Annual Activity Report 2008

A total of 360 scientific outputs for activity 1 were adopted in 2008 compared with 204 opinions and 20 PRAPeR conclusions in 2007. The workload for the Panels remained high and particular increases were seen in the area of applications where the highest number of new requests was related to health claims. Approximately 84% of scientific opinions were adopted in time, with most delays occurring in the area covered by the former AFC Panel. This was mainly due to the high number of applications received during previous years. Monitoring and planning tools were developed to support the prioritisation of the work. Coordination of priorities with the Commission helped EFSA to focus on the most urgent requests.