ERRIN's work on FP10

The next EU Framework Programme for R&I - to be launched with the Multiannual Financial Framework post-2027 - has been identified as one of ERRIN's priority work streams in 2024. Building on the network's extensive policy work around Horizon Europe (including the ERRIN’s 2023 input to the largest public consultation on Horizon 2014-2027 to date), the topic has been directly followed by the Policy Working Group which is organising dedicated thematic meetings, as well as discussed in other Working Groups and Task Forces. We have been following developments at the EU level, organising events, interactive discussions and external exchanges (e.g. with the Chair of the Expert Group on the interim evaluation of Horizon Europe), gathering member insights and developing input papers.

On 23 May 2024, ERRIN submitted a two-page input on FP10 for the attention of the Expert Group on the interim evaluation of Horizon Europe.

On 9 July 2024, ERRIN, through its Bioeconomy Working Group, and the Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC) jointly released a position paper on the pivotal role of regions and industry for a thriving bioeconomy, outlining a proposal for the most pressing actions for the European bioeconomy to be tackled during the upcoming European Commission mandate period, linking also to FP10.

The network had developed an ERRIN paper series "Towards the 10th Framework Programme":

ERRIN's work on FP10

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ERRIN Strategic Cluster 2026 Kick-Off Meeting
  • By Maria Bostrom

ERRIN Strategic Cluster 2026 Kick-Off Meeting

ERRIN members came together for the Strategic Cluster 2026 Kick-Off Meeting, officially launching the activities of the Policy, Smart Specialisation, and Science & Education for Society Working Groups for the year ahead. The meeting marked the start of a decisive year for ERRIN’s policy engagement, with 2026 set to play a critical role in shaping the EU’s Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) post-2027 and the future of EU research and innovation policy. The meeting provided a valuable opportunity for open dialogue with national-level representatives from the Danish and Cypriot Presidencies, enabling an exchange of views on key priorities and challenges ahead.

Opportunity to contribute to draft ERRIN amendments to the proposed Horizon Europe and Competitiveness Fund regulations
  • By Maria Bostrom

Contribute to ERRIN amendments to the proposed Horizon Europe and Competitiveness Fund regulations

ERRIN will suggest amendments to the proposed Horizon Europe and European Competitiveness Fund regulations based on our input documents. ERRIN members are warmly invited to add your comments and suggest additional amendments. We welcome your contributions as soon as possible and at the latest by 30 January as the work on both proposals are moving fast.

ERRIN contributes to the European Partnership Stakeholder Forum on the future of Partnerships under FP10
  • By Maria Bostrom

ERRIN contributes to the European Partnership Stakeholder Forum on the future of Partnerships under FP10

On 3 December 2025, ERRIN took part in the European Partnership Stakeholder Forum in Brussels, jointly organised by ERA-LEARN and the European Commission. The event brought together the European Partnerships community to discuss the future of Partnerships under the next Framework Programme, Horizon Europe FP10 (2028–2034). ERRIN Director Pirita Lindholm contributed to the panel discussion 'Shaping Collaboration: European Partnerships under FP10', where she highlighted key messages from a local and regional perspective. In her intervention, she stressed the importance of strengthening regional representation in the governance structures of European Partnerships.

ERRIN's input on the Multiannual Financial Framework 2028–2034 proposals
  • By Maria Bostrom

ERRIN's input on the Multiannual Financial Framework 2028–2034 proposals

In November, ERRIN submitted three input papers to the European Commission on the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028–2034 proposals, covering the future Horizon Europe, the European Competitiveness Fund and National and Regional Partnership Plans. ERRIN’s key message is that the next MFF must deliver a coherent, place-based and innovation-driven framework where these programmes work in synergy to strengthen territorial innovation ecosystems and support societal transformation.

Call for new leaders: Energy and Climate Change Working Group
  • By Silvia Ghiretti

Call for new leaders: Energy and Climate Change Working Group

ERRIN’s Energy and Climate Change Working Group is looking for new co-leaders to join its team. Express your interest by 21 November!

ERRIN contributes to the assessment on citizens and stakeholders’ engagement in the EU Missions
  • By Maria Bostrom

ERRIN contributes to the assessment on citizens and stakeholders’ engagement in the EU Missions

On 24 October, ERRIN submitted its contribution to the European Commission’s consultation on the assessment of citizens and stakeholders’ engagement in the EU Missions. The consultation, led by the EFIS Centre in partnership with Technopolis Group on behalf of DG RTD (European Commission), aimed to gather feedback from key stakeholders across Europe to inform the 2026 Assessment of EU Missions.