Our mission
Good government policy – policy that solves social and economic problems and improves lives – needs good evidence.
ADR UK (Administrative Data Research UK)’s mission is to transform the way researchers access the UK’s wealth of public sector data. By joining up the abundance of administrative data already being created by government and public bodies across the UK, and facilitating safe and secure access to this data for approved researchers, ADR UK is creating a sustainable resource that will provide valuable insights into how our society and economy function. This approach is tailored to give decision makers the answers they need to solve important policy questions, driving change that has the potential to improve lives across the UK.
Responsible and ethical data use
The data we enable access to is used ethically and responsibly for research projects that can make a positive difference to society. Access to and use of data is strictly controlled and monitored, with projects assessed for:
- ethics
- privacy
- feasibility
- public benefit
- scientific merit.