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Whether or not you want to work with people in policy, people in policy may want to work with you. A survey of UK politicians and parliamentary staff found that 98% found research useful in their roles and over half said they used research on a daily basis to inform decisions, provide background or balance, and learn lessons from other countries.
Interview with Robert McMorran
In the following video, Robert McMorran, a social researcher with the Scottish Government, explores why policy professionals highly value researchers. He shares insights into the practical aspects of engaging with policy professionals, emphasising the importance of clear communication, the necessity of presenting concise, relevant findings, and the critical nature of honesty about research limitations.