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The Police STAR Fund 27-28 Call is now open for EOI submission and will close at 12 noon 26 October 2026.

The Police STAR Fund 27-28 Call is now open for EOI submission and will close at 12 noon 26 October 2026.

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 Guidance, applicant information pack, and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the Police STAR Fund 27/28 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 guidance to support the drafting of bids.

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].

Apply for the Police STAR fund 27/28 call here 

Application Process Timeline for the 27/28 Call

31 August 2026
27/28 call guidance published
28 September 2026
EOI opens
26 October 2026
EOI closes
17 November 2026
EOI outcomes and invites to full stage
8 January 2027
Full stage submission deadline
8 March 2027
Full stage outcomes
1 April 2027
Project kick-off

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