We work with researchers, analysts and policymakers to unlock the potential of public sector data for the benefit of public good.
The RDS metadata catalogue collates information on health, social care and administrative datasets published by various public sector organisations across Scotland.
Search the metadata catalogue for datasets that researchers from approved organisations can apply to access.
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Recent news
Eilidh Guthrie, Partnerships Officer and Jenny Johnston, Project Manager (Scottish Safe Haven Charter Refresh) give us an overview of recent work on the Scottish Safe Haven Charter.
Eilidh Guthrie and Jenny Johnston
10 Apr 2024
The new business plan covers the period of 2024 to 2025 and outlines Research Data Scotland’s priorities towards achieving its long-term vision and strategy.
Research Data Scotland
08 Apr 2024
In our first Highlights and Impact review, discover how we're working to connect researchers to public sector data and make it faster and simpler to generate research.
Learn how you can apply to access secure datasets in Scotland and what support is available.
Find out more about the process of applying for access to secure datasets for research.
Discover how the eDRIS team supports researchers and what kinds of training and approvals are required.
Want to know more about data but don’t know where to start?
Explore our handy data explainers to learn what public sector data is, how it's kept safe and how it’s used in research.
