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    We combine expertise across evidence and public policy advisory to deliver enhanced value to our clients​

    We operate at the intersection of data, technology and citizen insight and our expertise extends across the entire public policy development cycle.​

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    We are restlessly innovative in our thinking, our development of new technologies and our determination to continually improve outcomes for our clients and the communities they serve.  ​

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    About us

    Verian is a world leading, purpose-led and independent research, evidence, evaluation, and communications agency, providing services to government and the public realm. ​​

    We work with our clients to help solve the next generation of public policy challenges.​

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    The Reykjavík Index for Leadership 2024

    The first measure of prejudice towards female leadership.​

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    Our thinking

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    The Leaders' Report

    Government communication teams face a range of challenges.  Not least how campaigns designed to deliver against critical public policy objectives are both effective and deliver value for money.

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    Voice of Ukraine 

    Our award winning research programme has tracked the evolving priorities, challenges and living circumstances of displaced Ukrainian citizens over the last 18 months.

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    Reputation Measurement for the Public Sector

    Our Reputation Index uses a globally validated reputation measurement framework -  benchmarking public sector agencies across New Zealand, Australia and Singapore.

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    Our services

    We work end-to-end
    across the     public policy development cycle​

    We combine expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies and data science, connecting governments with citizens across the world. We work with our clients to create policy interventions, design better public services, and unlock behaviour change. ​​

    We support the rapid development of policy thinking in moments of urgency. We implement policies on the ground for multi-laterals. We build communications to reach diverse and complex audiences.  ​

    Evidence

    We provide the evidence base for policy design and decision making in governments and multilateral organisations around the world.

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    Policy Development and Evaluation

    We help you enhance the design and development of public policies, programmes and interventions at every stage of the lifecycle to deliver public value.

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    Behavioural and Communications

    Our experts have deep expertise and experience in understanding citizens' behaviour and deconstructing the complex range of levers that can drive change.

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    Political, Opinion and Electoral 

    Our expertise in political and opinion polling helps governments and policymakers make informed decisions and contribute to the quality of public debate.

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    Case study

    Tackling online trends of disrespect to stop gender-based violence

    Behavioural and Communications

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    Measuring the digitisation of payments and the Eurozone cash economy

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    Evaluating the impact of programmes in the UK to create safer streets

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    Recent articles

    Verian launches new UK centres of excellence to support mission-driven Government

    At Verian, we work end-to-end across the policy cycle, bringing evidence, insights, research and advice to public policy challenges.

    In response to the UK government’s new mission-based approach we are delighted to announce the launch of seven centres of excellence to complement our existing teams and support our clients with the delivery of the government's national priorities.

    The centres connect across the UK teams and bring together Verian’s multi-disciplinary methodological expertise, innovations, case studies and thought leadership, together with our policy and subject matter experts; and citizen participation capability. Each centre of excellence is led by a member of the UK leadership team and connects with the expertise of colleagues from across the UK and globe.

    At Verian, we work end-to-end across the policy cycle, bringing evidence, insights, research and advice to public policy challenges. In response to the UK government’s new mission-based approach we are delighted to announce the launch of seven
    August 20, 2024

    20 Aug 2024

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    Ensuring Value for Money in government programmes and public spending

    Ensuring Value for Money (VfM) in government programmes and public spending is a key priority for the new UK government, reflected in the establishment of the new HM Treasury (HMT), Office for Value for Money (OfVfM) and the emphasis on Value for Money in the upcoming UK spending review.

    Ensuring Value for Money (VfM) in government programmes and public spending is a key priority for the new UK government, reflected in the establishment of the new HM Treasury (HMT), Office for Value for Money (OfVfM) and the emphasis on Value for
    August 15, 2024

    15 Aug 2024

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    DEBUNK VS. PREBUNK – Misinformation in Singapore and beyond

    Following our Decoding X conference, where Rob McPhedran discussed the topic of misinformation, he continues to explore the threat of misinformation and what we can do to combat this in Singapore.

    Following our Decoding X conference, where Rob McPhedran discussed the topic of misinformation, he continues to explore the threat of misinformation and what we can do to combat this in Singapore.
    August 12, 2024

    12 Aug 2024

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    Powering decisions that shape the world

    From November 2023, Kantar Public has rebranded to Verian. To find out more about our next chapter as Verian, watch our video.

     

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