• to implement QMS standards agreed in the EMEA programme (by 1st quarter 1999); • to finalise the assessment of all defended old substances and agree opinions to establish MRLs for all substances where the required data have been provided, including homeopathic substances and herbal remedies (by 3rd quarter 1999); and • to prepare and implement plan for revision of safety guidelines where necessary for veterinary medicines (by 2nd quarter 1999).