The UK has been associated to Horizon Europe since 1 January 2024, following the agreement announced by the European Commission and the UK Government in September 2023. Horizon Europe runs from 2021 to 2027 with a budget of around €95.5 billion.
What changed
From the 2024 Work Programme onwards, UK organisations can take part in Horizon Europe calls on the same terms as organisations from other associated countries. In practice that means:
- UK partners apply as beneficiaries and receive funding directly from the European Commission;
- UK organisations can coordinate collaborative projects and lead consortia;
- UK businesses, including SMEs, can join or lead consortia, depending on the call.
A small number of calls have restrictions (for example some space-related topics), so always read the call conditions.
Where to get help
UKRI runs a network of National Contact Points who provide free expert advice on every part of the programme. Your university research office or innovation team will handle institutional processes.
Where a consultant adds value
- finding the right call and spotting it early;
- finding credible partners across Europe, including in Greece;
- turning a good idea into a well-structured proposal with a strong impact section;
- managing the project and its reporting once funded.
Sources
- European Commission: UK association to Horizon Europe
- UKRI: Supporting the EU–UK relationship
- UKRI: About Horizon Europe
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