Research RTD, 7th EC Framework Programme 2007-2013: People specific programme for supporting the training and the career development of researchers

On 21 September 2005, the Commission presented a proposal for a Council Decision concerning the specific programme “People” implementing the 7th Framework Programme (2007-2013) of the European Community for research, technological development and demonstration activities programme.

The overall financial amount initially proposed by the Commission amounted to EUR 7 128,596 million.

The Commission subsequently adapted the budgetary aspects of these proposals following the Interinstitutional Agreement of 17 May 2006 on the Financial Framework 2007-2013.

The new overall amount is set at EUR 4 727 million, of which less than 6% shall be for the Commission’s administrative expenditure.

Please refer to the financial statement for more details.