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Unlocking opportunity: Ayo’s reflections on the 10,000 Interns programme

Interested in internships? Ayo, our research intern in the summer, shares her reflections and thoughts from her time with us.

Shaping their futures: young people’s aspirations for higher education

In a rapidly shifting economic and social landscape, today’s 16 to 18-year-olds face a complex decision about whether to pursue higher education. We’ve explored their views.

Telephone interviewing at IFF: A rewarding role with flexibility & purpose

As we kick-off a large scale recruitment campaign for remote telephone interviewers to conduct our important survey work, we speak to an ex-interviewer to find out more about what the role entails

Project showcase: Feeding critical economic indicators with our national statistics

As part of our 60th anniversary celebrations, we’re looking back at some of the meaningful work we’ve delivered over the past six decades. In this third project showcase, we highlight an important project which informs GDP calculations and policy.

Supporting people experiencing homelessness in London

This year we celebrate 60 years of IFF. Noting the old adage it’s better to give than receive, and linked with our value of making a difference, we decided to use the occasion to give back by supporting our charity partner Single Homeless Project.

Project showcase: Patient escalation under pandemic pressures – feeding into the Covid-19 Inquiry

As part of our 60th anniversary celebrations, we’re looking back at some of the meaningful work we’ve delivered over the past six decades. In this second project showcase, we revisit an important project which informed the Covid 19 Inquiry.

Reflections and lessons learnt from six decades in research

This year we’re celebrating 60 years of IFF. As part of this milestone, we asked members of the team to share their learning from over the years. What’s surprised or challenged them? And what nuggets of wisdom would they pass on?

Project showcase: Providing government with essential data on businesses’ AI safeguards

As part of our 60th anniversary celebrations, we’re looking back at some of the meaningful work we’ve delivered over the past six decades. In this first project showcase, we revisit a project for DSIT investigating UK businesses use of AI.

Meet Meghan Oliver: our new Head of Team Community

We’re delighted to welcome Meghan Oliver to the team with nearly two decades of experience spanning public policy, social impact, and market research. Meghan joins as Team Head across Work & Welfare, Health & Wellbeing, Crime & Justice, and Housing.

Exploring the relationship between gambling harm and neurodivergence

A collaborative study on gambling and neurodivergence reveals the urgent need for tailored treatment and support.

Tackling social housing stigma

Flagship Group’s research and workshop explored negative perceptions surrounding social housing, highlighting the challenges, societal attitudes, and actionable steps needed to address the stigma.

Assessing progress: improving holistic family support for children, young people and their families in Scotland

The Scottish Government commissioned us to conduct an evaluation of the Whole Family Wellbeing Funding (WFWF) to understand what the funding is being used for and how family support is being delivered.

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