Small Business Survey 2025: methodology
Technical note describing the design, sample, weighting and fieldwork procedures used to run the Small Business Survey 2025, setting out how UK small firms were sampled and surveyed.
Government research
Evaluations, survey work, qualitative studies and impact assessments commissioned by UK government departments — separated out from the news, and attributed to the agency that carried out the work.
By agency
Carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS): business models
Government updates proposed commercial frameworks for CCUS business models covering transport and storage, power sector arrangements and industrial carbon capture, setting out how commercial arrangements might support deployment and investment.
Industrial Strategy quarterly update: July to September 2026
Provides an update on delivery against commitments in the Industrial Strategy for July–September 2026, outlining progress on government interventions to boost productivity, innovation and sector growth.
Evaluation of TRA Investigation Process
A comprehensive evaluation report examines how the Trade Remedies Authority conducts investigations and engages participants, presenting findings on process effectiveness, stakeholder experience and potential reforms to improve transparency and accessibility.
Report on the proposed subsidy to Ryanair Holdings plc by Invest Northern Ireland
The Subsidy Advice Unit published a report prepared for Invest Northern Ireland evaluating a proposed subsidy to Ryanair Holdings plc, assessing the measures and their compliance with public subsidy rules and likely economic effects for Northern Ireland.
Final evaluation of BDUK legacy vouchers schemes
Final evaluation presents findings from the last phase of the Building Digital UK legacy voucher schemes, assessing outcomes and impacts of the voucher programme for broadband rollout.
Report on the proposed Scottish Zero Emission Truck Fund subsidy scheme by Transport Scotland
The CMA’s Subsidy Advice Unit published a report for Transport Scotland assessing the proposed Scottish Zero Emission Truck Fund subsidy scheme, setting out competition and subsidy advice on its design and effects.
Regulator performance monitoring
Quarterly regulator performance monitoring updates growth goals and key performance indicators for 16 major regulators as part of the UK government’s Regulatory Action Plan, reporting on progress against agreed KPIs.
UK steel strategy demand assessment
A government‑commissioned report models UK steel demand to 2050 to inform the UK steel strategy, providing long‑run demand forecasts intended to guide industrial policy, investment and decarbonisation planning for the sector.
Costs of compliance
Research quantifies the financial and time costs businesses incur to comply with regulations enforced by the Office for Product Safety and Standards, aiming to measure compliance burdens on firms.
IPO counterfeit goods research (Wave 5)
Fifth wave of a large-scale UK consumer survey tracking purchase of counterfeit goods among adults (18+), measuring prevalence, purchase channels and consumer attitudes toward counterfeit products.
Research at IPO
The Intellectual Property Office outlines that it conducts and commissions research on intellectual property, including patent applications, trade marks and copyright, supporting IP policy and practice.
The role of DCMS infrastructure in economic growth
Study examines how cultural, creative, heritage, tourism, civic and sporting infrastructure supports local economic growth, analysing the role of DCMS assets in jobs, investment and regeneration across places to inform policy and investment priorities.
Local Full Fibre Networks Evaluation: work package one report
The DSIT Local Full Fibre Networks work package one report examines how the programme has influenced local and national broadband markets, including market structure and provider behaviour.
Report on DESNZ’s proposed Contracts for Difference for Renewables Scheme, Allocation Round 8
Report submitted to DESNZ on the proposed Contracts for Difference for Renewables Scheme Allocation Round 8, assessing the AR8 design and its likely implications for renewables deployment, investor signals and costs under the UK CfD framework.
Semiconductor sector study 2023
Presents a baseline mapping of semiconductor-related economic activity in the UK, identifying the scale and distribution of firms, employment, R&D and supply‑chain links to inform future policy and investment decisions.
UK official holdings of international reserves: August 2026
Monthly statistics on the UK government's international reserves, detailing movements in gold holdings and other reserve assets for August 2026 and changes in composition and levels held.
Semiconductor Sector Study 2026
Analysis mapping the size and economic contribution of the UK semiconductor sector, estimating its scale and role in the economy to inform policy on investment, skills and supply chains (full numeric findings not provided in blurb).
UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation: North of Tyne
Collection of documents and materials for the UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation in North of Tyne, detailing local implementation, funded activities, stakeholder engagement and evidence used to assess UKSPF outcomes in that area.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation: North East Lincolnshire
Package of documents supporting the UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation in North East Lincolnshire, covering local delivery arrangements, projects funded, stakeholder input and evidence assembled to assess UKSPF impacts locally.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation: North East Derbyshire
Documents relating to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation in North East Derbyshire, outlining local projects, implementation approaches, stakeholder engagement and the evidence used to evaluate UKSPF performance in the area.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation: North Ayrshire
Compilation of materials for the UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation in North Ayrshire, describing funded interventions, local delivery structures, stakeholder perspectives and evidence collected to assess UKSPF outcomes regionally.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation: Newcastle-under-Lyme
Set of documents for the UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation in Newcastle-under-Lyme, summarising UKSPF-funded activities, delivery mechanisms, stakeholder engagement and the evidence base used to evaluate local impacts.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation: Mid Wales
Documents supporting the UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation in Mid Wales, detailing local implementation, projects funded, governance arrangements and the evidence gathered to assess UKSPF effectiveness in the Mid Wales area.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation: Maidstone
Materials relating to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation in Maidstone, covering local project activity, delivery arrangements, stakeholder contributions and the evidence compiled to evaluate UKSPF outcomes in the borough.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation: Liverpool City Region
Documents for the UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation in the Liverpool City Region, describing funded programmes, governance and delivery arrangements, stakeholder engagement and the evidence used to assess regional UKSPF impacts.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation: Highland
Collection of documents relating to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) place-based evaluation in Highland, published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to support assessment of UKSPF implementation and local outcomes.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation: Hastings
Collection of documents relating to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) place-based evaluation in Hastings, published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to support assessment of UKSPF implementation and local outcomes.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation: Glasgow City Region
Collection of documents relating to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) place-based evaluation in Glasgow City Region, published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to support assessment of UKSPF implementation and local outcomes.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund place-based evaluation: Gateshead
Collection of documents relating to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) place-based evaluation in Gateshead, published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to support assessment of UKSPF implementation and local outcomes.