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The Policy and partnerships Unit

Understanding Society provides independent, up-to-date evidence to decision makers in the UK and across the world

We believe long-term studies can make a positive difference to the lives of people living in the UK. Our Policy and Partnerships Unit works with organisations to enhance their understanding of longitudinal research, facilitate knowledge exchange, shape new thinking and inform policy.

Understanding Society Blog

A regular look at our world-leading study of life in the UK: how  they Study works, what the research tells us, and innovative ways of using our data.

Briefing Notes

The Understanding Society Briefing Notes series gives snapshots of data on key issues.

How we work

We work with government, charities, think tanks, businesses and others to enable the effective use of Understanding Society data and evidence. 

Generating impact

Information, advice and guidance on sharing your research with policymakers and generating impact. 

Our impact

Read our case studies to see how Understanding Society is used in practice.

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