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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.

Our diamond jubilee: IFF turns 60

We celebrate our 60th anniversary in 2025, reflecting on our growth from a pioneering B2B research agency to a leading social research agency.

AI vs authenticity when making job applications

AI is a contentious topic. Its impact on the wider working world can’t be underestimated. However, it’s far from perfect, particularly when it comes to using it to make job applications.

Concentrating on Crime & Justice with an expanded sector

Introducing our specialised sector to help reform the UK justice system.

Exploring year 1 of tenant satisfaction measures

Representatives from 19 housing providers listened to and asked questions about our analysis of the latest findings, before splitting into smaller breakout sessions for more in-depth discussion on their specific experiences with the process.

Labour’s first 100 days: bold moves towards a greener UK

Energy and Environment researcher Luke Osborne has kept a close eye on Labour’s policy announcements in its first 100 days of government. He’s analysed the key areas of development for the sector.

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