Disability and financial hardship
The cost-of-living crisis has caused sharp increases in food insecurity among disabled people in the UK.
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On “Rebuilding Trust”: Davos and Embedding Social Cohesion in Global Action
Following the latest World Economic Forum, this blog explores the importance of social policies in addressing global challenges and crises.
Deliberative Engagement: Reflections on Complex Policy Issues and Framing
The Centre for Deliberation recently concluded a project, which sought to explore citizens’ views on the UK’s tax system.
New Poverty Measure Release: Below Average Resources (BAR)
Our analysts at the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) reflect on the release and how a new poverty measure can be useful for research.
A day in the life of a... Senior Researcher
Alex Scholes shares his experience as a Senior Researcher at the Scottish Centre for Social Research (ScotCen).
Pessimism, profit and uncertainty – how we view overcoming climate challenges
Following COP28, we have been reflecting on our experiences deliberating with the public on climate related issues.
Social surveys for public good
The work of NatCen’s Social Surveys Department continues to be relevant and forms a core element of our ‘Making Life Better’ strategy.
Mental Health of Children and Young People: Is it all doom and gloom?
Findings from the latest Mental Health of Children and Young People survey series.
A day in the life of a…Survey Methodologist
Sierra Mesplie-Cowan shares her experience as a Senior Survey Methodologist.
Understanding and reducing the survey industry's carbon emissions
Every industry has a part to play in decarbonisation, and the survey industry is no exception.