8. Remuneration and expenses (included in the administration expenses of the NTMA)
The administrative costs incurred by the NTMA in the performance of the SCA’s functions amounted to €20.8m (2016: €19.4m). These costs are included in the administration expenses of the NTMA and are charged on the Central Fund. The NTMA does not seek reimbursement of these costs from Delegated State Authorities.