Research Integrity

We are committed to ensuring that all work undertaken by our organisation, wherever in the world, is completed with the highest possible levels of integrity.

We consider ethical issues to be fundamental and integral to every aspect of our work.

Our research is guided by the principle that we have an obligation to the wider research community, research participants and society, to uphold professional standards concerning quality, integrity, and transparency.

We demonstrate and uphold research integrity through our Code of Practice [PDF].

Our culture of research integrity is actively supported by our systems, with training on research integrity completed by NFER members of staff.

Key documents

Code of Practice [PDF] - outlines the principles and practices that underpin all our activities, including assessment, evaluation, data collection, research, delivery, and the development of educational resources.
Research Integrity Statement [PDF] - outlines how we are committed to ensuring that all work undertaken by our organisation, wherever in the world, is completed with the highest possible levels of integrity.
Annual Statement on Research Integrity [PDF] - our latest (2023) annual statement on research integrity, includes a detailed description of current systems and culture as well as reflections on progress and plans for future developments.
Concordat to Support Research Integrity [PDF] - the UK’s national policy statement on research integrity.
Complaints Policy and Procedure [PDF] - this document outlines the process whereby clients or participants can make a complaint and provides a timescale for responses to that complaint.