Nuclear research: 7th framework programme Euratom for nuclear research and training activities, 2007-2011

2005/0044(CNS)

The Commission adopted, on 6 April 2005, its proposal for a Decision concerning the seventh Framework Programme of the European Atomic Energy Community (Euratom) for nuclear research and training activities (2007 to 2011).

The initial maximum overall amount for Community financial participation amounted to EUR 3 092million.  That amount was to be distributed as follows : a) Fusion energy research : EUR 2 159 million; b) Nuclear fission and radiation protection : EUR 394 million; c) Nuclear activities of the Joint Research Centre : EUR 539 million.

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

The new overall amount for the implementation of the seventh framework programme for the period 2007 to 2011 shall be EUR 2 751 million. That amount shall be distributed as follows : a) Fusion energy research : EUR 1 947 million; b) Nuclear fission and radiation protection : EUR 287 million; c) Nuclear activities of the Joint Research Centre : EUR 517 million.

Please refer to the financial statement for more details.