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Opportunity for local authorities to apply for up to £10,000 to explore new and improved ways of involving people and communities in public health research.
Funded projects will explore new or improved ways that local authorities can involve people and communities in public health research. The aim is that they will generate evidence and insights that can be shared with other local authorities to strengthen public health outcomes through inclusive research practices.
Successful local authorities will receive up to £10,000. This fund will not cover capital costs. The project should be a minimum of 12 months and a maximum of 18 months.
This call is open to colleagues in local authorities in England. Those in the devolved nations should speak with relevant funders to explore similar opportunities.
NIHR Health Determinant Research Collaborations are not eligible to apply but can be listed as a supporting partner. NHS based/related public health research and public and community partnership (PCP) groups are not eligible to apply.
Find out more about the funding call by watching the webinar.
Application timeline:
Opening date for applications: Monday 29 September 2025
1:1 Workshops: 20 October to 3 November 2025
Closing date for applications: 5pm on Friday 5 December 2025
Panel meeting dates: February 2026
Decisions announced: Friday 20 February 2026
Projects must start between 1 April and 30 June 2026
Opportunity for colleagues working in local authorities to apply for funding (0.1FTE) for an initial period of 24 months (with the potential to extend) to be a PHEL.
The vision for the PHEL role is to facilitate connections between local authorities, HDRC's, LARPs and the SCPH by promoting the value of being a research active organisation. These posts involve working across several local authorities, providing opportunities to advocate for and develop partnership work to build stronger links with appropriate expertise and infrastructure. Successful applicants can successfully connect, promote and advocate for research and the role of the SCPH across their geographical area.
Applicants will currently be working in a role tackling the wider determinants of health. We are seeking individuals who can demonstrate strong leadership skills, for example, those working in senior public health, policy, or community development roles.
Application timeline:
Opening date for applications: Tuesday 16 September 2025
Closing date for applications: 5pm on Tuesday 21 October 2025
Panel meeting date: November 2025
Decisions announced: By Tuesday 9 December 2025
Funding commences: 1 February 2026 – 30 April 2026
Opportunity for local authorities to apply for £52,500 for 24 months (pro rata) or more to appoint a LARP.
This call is open to colleagues in local authorities in England. Those in the devolved nations should speak with relevant funders to explore similar opportunities.
NIHR Health Determinant Research Collaborations (HDRCs) and local authorities who have previously submitted a successful LARP application are not eligible for this call.
Details in this round are slightly different to previous:
The latest date a LARP can be recruited and in post is 30 June 2026.
The latest date SCPH can provide funding for a LARP is 30 June 2028.
Submissions for this funding call open 1 September 2025 and can be submitted at any time. We are reviewing and providing outcomes on a rolling basis between 1 October and February 2026.
The earlier a local authority applies, and if they gain a successful outcome, the longer the funding period could be. e.g. if a successfully awarded local authority can recruit and have their LARP in post by 30 January 2026 -30 June 2028, and can match fund for the longer period, they can receive funding for 29 months instead of the original 24.
Application timeline:
Opening date for submissions: Monday 1 September 2025
Submission date: any time before 5pm on Monday 26 January 2026
Panel meeting date: periodically between 1 October and February 2026
Decisions announced: as fast as we can after submission
Funding commences: as soon as the local authority can get their LARP in post, must be before 30 June 2026
Short Placement Award for Research Collaboration (SPARC), Round 12
Short Placement Award for Research Collaboration (SPARC), Round 12
Take the next step in developing your career with NIHR
Take the next step in developing your career with NIHR
The NIHR is providing opportunities for NIHR Academy Members to undertake short placements within a local authority setting; to enhance their research training experience and develop their knowledge, skills and expertise to work at the interface between practice and academia.
Individuals will gain an insight and understanding into strategic commissioning, and the opportunities and challenges of implementing research in fast moving and politically led environments, as well as an opportunity to work together on a collaborative project or activity. The placements include funding of up to £15,000 per individual and offer an opportunity to work alongside service commissioners and providers in a local authority setting.
Find out more about the NIHR Local Authority Short Placement Award for Research Collaboration
NIHR Academy Fellowship programmes and associated opportunities
NIHR Academy Fellowship programmes and associated opportunities
NIHR Academy have simplified the fellowship offering, which is moving from NIHR Fellowships, NIHR Integrated Clinical and Practitioner Academic (ICA) Fellowships and Local Authority Academic Fellowships (LAAF) awards to a single award application based on career stage:
doctoral and
We can help with your application, just fill in our online contact form.
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