We work with researchers, analysts and policymakers to make it faster and simpler to access public sector data for research.
We're simplifying access to data for research through our brand new, fully digitised Researcher Access Service.
For research projects using data from nine of Public Health Scotland's most frequently requested datasets, we've introduced a streamlined end-to-end platform.
Find out if your project might be suitable for this service through the link below.
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We work with the public and data professionals to build trust and shape the future of data research in Scotland. Join our engagement contact list.
Want to learn more about public sector data and how it is used in research? Check out our data explainers for public friendly information.
Recent news
We're working to improve metadata and make it easier for researchers to discover and identify useful datasets. In this blog post, Emma Devine, User Engagement Officer, shares insights from our recent metadata survey.
Emma Devine
12 Nov 2024
Research Data Scotland (RDS) has published an update to its metadata catalogue, bringing closer alignment with partner organisations and adding new datasets for research in the public benefit.
11 Nov 2024
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