ADR UK Academic Lead 2026 to 2031: Better Economic Data (HMRC/DWP)

This grant offers up to £2 million for an Academic Lead role from 2026 to 2031. You will work with the Department for Work and Pensions and HMRC to improve economic data. The role runs for 5 years in partnership with government departments. You must be based at a UK research organisation that can receive ESRC funding. This is part of the ADR UK programme which links researchers with government data. The exact funding amount depends on your proposal. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline.

This grant is for senior academics at UK universities and research institutions that are eligible for ESRC funding. You need expertise in economic data and research. This is not for businesses, charities, or individual researchers without institutional backing.

Apply for funding to become an Academic Lead working in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC), to deliver better economic data.You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for ESRC funding.