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Read the latest blogs exploring how our data is being used to tackle poverty and promote economic wellbeing.

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2 Jul 202510 min read

New datasets help researchers uncover how Scotland spends, saves and struggles

6 new curated financial datasets to support research and policy insights into poverty, inequality and economic wellbeing.

Economic WellbeingResearchFINDS

11 Jun 20255 min read

Data (Use and Access) Act receives Royal Assent

DUA will open up new opportunities for research and insights which can inform policy, public service delivery and drive economic growth

LegislationFINDSResearch

15 May 20255 min read

Using banking transaction data for social good

A practitioner's SWOT analysis of de-identified consumer banking data for researchers.

ResearchFINDSSmart data

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24 Apr 202512 min read

Income Volatility and Insecurity: What Smart Data Tells Us About Britain’s Hidden Struggles

It’s not just how much money people make, it’s how predictably they make it. Smart data provides a new lens on income volatility.

ResearchFINDSIncome Volatility

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24 Feb 202512 min read

Unlocking Research Opportunities: The Vision for a UK National Data Library

A National Data Library for researchers would be a welcome addition to UK data infrastructure, reducing complexity and providing clarity and confidence.

ResearchInnovationFINDS

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