National Centre for Social Research appoints former BBC Home Editor, Mark Easton, as new Senior Fellow

The National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) is delighted to announce that Mark Easton, former Home Editor for BBC News, will be joining the organisation as a Senior Fellow. Mark will be supporting engagement around NatCen’s flagship British Social Attitudes (BSA) survey, unlocking insights from the 40 years plus time series and trend data in public attitudes.

NatCen’s British Social Attitudes (BSA) survey has been conducted annually since 1983. It is the longest-running measure of public opinion in Britain, providing authoritative data on a range of social and political issues. Each year, the survey asks people what it's like to live in Britain and what they think about how Britain is run.

Mark Easton is a renowned journalist, broadcaster and author. During more than two decades at the BBC, he led coverage of major UK stories across television, radio and online, shaping national understanding of key social and political issues. Speaking about his new role, Mark said he is “excited to help ensure the story of changing Britain is heard loudly and clearly.”

Mark Easton, Senior Fellow, National Centre for Social Research, says: “At a time when British institutions and systems are struggling for relevance and trust, it is critical that those with power understand the shifting priorities and anxieties of the people.

British Social Attitudes has always represented the gold standard in keeping track of what our nation is thinking. I am thrilled to be working with NatCen to help ensure the story of changing Britain is heard loudly and clearly.”

Michael Davis, Chief Executive of NatCen Social Research, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Mark to NatCen. We look forward to drawing on his extensive experience in journalism and public affairs to enhance the impact of the British Social Attitudes survey. Mark’s deep understanding of British public will help ensure our findings continue to inform and engage policymakers, journalists and the public alike.”