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

Apply for funding to become an Academic Lead for Administrative Data Research UK (ADR UK) core partners delivering better economic data.

You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) funding.

Funding up to March 2031 is available for one academic team to work with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to support two new linked economics datasets, as well as related public engagement activities. The role is expected to begin in Autumn 2026.

The full economic cost (FEC) of your project can be up to £2,000,000,00. ESRC will fund 80% of the FEC.