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Independent evidence for public decisions

We give governments and policymakers non-partisan analysis, comparative data and policy research that stands up to public scrutiny. Every study states its methods, data and funding, so the findings rest on the evidence rather than on our reputation.

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What you can rely on

How we work with you

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    Comparative, cross-country evidence benchmarked against documented indicators, not single-source claims.

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    Regulatory and market analysis designed to inform a decision, never to advocate a predetermined outcome.

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    Full methodological transparency: assumptions, data sources and funding are published with every report.

We model and report likely effects, and present options with their evidenced trade-offs; the decision itself remains with the commissioning body.
On policy research
Research areas

Where our current work speaks to you

The programmes whose ongoing studies bear most directly on your decisions.

Selected publications

A short reading list for you

Current analysis drawn from across our library — every report states its methods, data and funding.

Commissioned research

Services built around your questions

Commissioned studies delivered with documented methods, explicit assumptions and sources shown in full.

Work with us

Start a conversation

Tell us what you are deciding, and we will tell you honestly what the evidence can and cannot support.

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