Horizon Europe funding

About this funding

Horizon Europe represents a significant research and innovation funding opportunity available to UK organisations following the formalised association agreement between the UK and EU, effective December 2023.

The Department for Business and Trade administers access to this competitive funding stream, which supports projects across diverse sectors including agriculture, food production, education, health, life sciences, manufacturing, science and technology, services, transport and utilities. Businesses and research organisations across Greater Manchester can now participate in Horizon Europe calls with assurance that successful applications will receive full funding coverage through either the UK's formal association status or the government's guarantee scheme. The programme encompasses both financial grants and access to specialist expertise and advisory support to strengthen project development and delivery. Work Programme 2024 calls are fully covered under these arrangements, providing Manchester-based enterprises with access to European-level collaborative funding previously unavailable post-Brexit.

Who can apply

UK-based organisations including businesses, research institutions and enterprises operating in eligible sectors (agriculture, food, education, health, life sciences, manufacturing, science and technology, services, transport and utilities). Located within eligible regions including North West (Greater Manchester area).

How to apply

Applicants should monitor the official Horizon Europe portal and Department for Business and Trade channels for 2024 call announcements, then submit proposals through the designated application process with full coverage confirmation for UK-associated projects

Common questions

What is Horizon Europe funding?

UK businesses and research organisations, including those in Greater Manchester, can now access Horizon Europe funding through the Department for Business and Trade following the UK's formal association agreement with the EU from December 2023. The programme offers grants alongside expert guidance…

How much funding is available?

Horizon Europe funding offers Varies by individual call and project scope within Horizon Europe Work Programme 2024; specific funding amounts determined through competitive application process..

Who can apply for Horizon Europe funding?

UK-based organisations including businesses, research institutions and enterprises operating in eligible sectors (agriculture, food, education, health, life sciences, manufacturing, science and technology, services, transport and utilities). Located within eligible regions including North West…

What is the deadline?

Horizon Europe funding accepts applications on a rolling basis — you can apply at any time.

Who provides Horizon Europe funding?

Horizon Europe funding is provided by Department for Business and Trade.

How do I apply for Horizon Europe funding?

Applicants should monitor the official Horizon Europe portal and Department for Business and Trade channels for 2024 call announcements, then submit proposals through the designated application process with full coverage confirmation for UK-associated projects.