The UK Data Service is a comprehensive resource funded by the ESRC that supports researchers, teachers, and policymakers in accessing high-quality social and economic data. With over 50 years of experience, they are pioneers in data curation and actively manage long-term access to valuable data. Their expertise in extracting knowledge from complex digital data collections accelerates the pace of discovery and informs evidence-based policy development.

As the UK's only nationally funded research infrastructure for social science data, their practices have influenced the world. They offer outstanding data management training, best practices, policies, and protocols used by national data archives and international research organizations. Their services have been crucial in understanding the economic and social impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The UK Data Service is committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion and welcomes passionate individuals to join their team. With their trusted reputation and strategic partnerships, they provide a comprehensive international service to meet researchers' digital needs. Their resources include data skills training, learning hubs, and safe research protocols.

They also prioritize data quality, replicability, and citation to enhance the value and impact of their data collections