Commission launches public FP7 consultation

The European Commission has launched a public consultation on the achievements of FP7, the EU’s Seventh Framework Programme for research and innovation, which was worth €53bn of funding for the period 2007-2013.

The results of the consultation will feed into the ex-post evaluation of FP7, carried out by an independent external high level expert group.

The Commission said that the evaluation is “an important instrument for assessing the achievements and wider impact of FP7”. It added that it is intended to improve both the implementation of Horizon 2020 and the planning of future framework programmes.

The consultation aims to collect views on the overall management of FP7, the impact of the simplification measures, and the achievements of the supported activities. Individuals, groups or organisations who have had direct experience with the programme or who wish to give their opinion are able to contribute until 22 May.

The consultation and more information can be found on the Research & Innovation consultations site.