If the UK is unable to associate to Horizon Europe, the government will introduce a programme of international science, research and innovation collaborations, including immediate ‘transition measures’ to stabilise the sector.
See Pioneer: Global Science for Global Good (GOV.UK).
Contact us for queries about the transition measures and longer-term arrangements that would be delivered by UKRI.
Email: horizoneuropealternatives@ukri.org
The UK would also be able to continue to participate in many Horizon Europe programmes.
Funding for successful in-flight applications
If the UK does not associate to Horizon Europe, UK applications submitted to funding opportunities that have closed will be assessed by UKRI, should the European Commission no longer carry out the evaluation, to ensure the best get funded. During the delay to association, you should continue to apply as an associated country to be eligible for this if necessary.
We will publish more details on the UKRI website if this happens.
Funding for Third Country Participation
If the UK does not associate to Horizon Europe, funding will be available for UK applicants to participate in funding opportunities as ‘third country’ applicants. This will come into effect at the point the UK is unable to associate.
We will publish more details on the UKRI website if this happens.