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How to Apply

The Police STAR Fund 26-27 Call has now closed for Expressions of Interest. Submissions made are currently under review.

The Police STAR fund operates a 2-stage application process. Applicants will first be asked to submit a short (~750 word) EOI, with those successful being invited to submit a more detailed full stage application.

At EOI stage you will be asked to briefly outline the challenge you are aiming to address and provide detail on what your innovation or research is, how it will be delivered, and its expected benefits.

The Call Prospectus, applicant information pack, and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the Police STAR Fund 26/27 call are now live and can be found towards the bottom of this page. EOI’s will need to be submitted through the online form which is can be accessed using the link below. Only bids submitted through the online form will be considered for funding. A copy of the EOI questionnaire can be found in Annex A of the prospectus to support the drafting of bids.

Police STAR fund 26/27 is now closed

Please make sure you read all the documentation available before drafting your bid, as some eligibility criteria and processes have changed from previous years. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

Application Process Timeline for the 26/27 Call

1st September 2025
26/27 call guidance published
29th September 2025
EOI opens
24th October 2025
EOI closes
17th November 2025
EOI outcomes and invites to full stage
9th January 2026
Full stage submission deadline
9th March 2026
Full stage outcomes
1st April 2026
Project kick-off