Deliverable D1.3 describes how comparative qualitative research was conceptualised and carried out in 10 countries. More specifically, it describes the planning of comparative case study research with a description of the case study approach, selection of cases, participant structure, protocol development for focus groups and individual interviews and the process of setting up the studies in national contexts. Additionally it reports on the implemenation of the case studies, providing an comparative overview and future steps regarding the use of collected data.