Final Keynote of #ADRUKConf25 from Dr Nisha de Silva, Data First & BOLD (Better Outcomes through Linked Data). A fascinating presentation on how data has transformed the MOJ. @adruk2025.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social @adrcni.bsky.social @scadrdata.bsky.social @saildatabank.bsky.social

Education, Parental & Household Factors explored in this afternoon’s session in Dora Stoutzker Hall at #ADRUKConf25. Insights from Louise Macaulay, Ayana Cant, & Lowri O’Donovan. @adruk2025.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social @adrcni.bsky.social @scadrdata.bsky.social @wiserd-research.bsky.social

Final Parallel Session in Dora Stoutzker Hall for #ADRUKConf25 on the theme of ‘Education, SEN, Disability & Health’ - with insights from Jen Keating, Vincent Nguyen, & Xingna Zhang. @adruk2025.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social @adrcni.bsky.social @scadrdata.bsky.social

👏Closing #ADRUKConf25 on a high note with the awards ceremony and final reflections from Dr Emma Gordon, Stephanie Howarth, and Prof David Ford. @adruk2025.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social @adrcni.bsky.social @scadrdata.bsky.social

@adruk2025.bsky.social heading back after a fabulous conference. Met so many fabulous people and heard about lots of terrific projects! The future of administrative data research in the UK looks very bright! A lovely unexpected prize at the end too!

#ADRUKConf25 is concluded! 🎉 Highlights from Day 2 included Rt Hon Mark Drakeford MS’ rallying cry for bolder research, Dr Nisha de Silva’s keynote on MoJ Data First ⚖️, inspiring sessions + our awards 🏆. Thanks to all who joined - more photos on the website soon! 📸

We're hearing some vital insights from research comparing the mortality of young people with and without neurodisability, using the ECHILD dataset. This study is a key example of how linked administrative data can help uncover patterns that need to be addressed.

Up for our final keynote - Dr Nisha da Silva from Ministry of Justice explores the groundbreaking MoJ Data First programme, funded by ADR UK, and how it’s delivering real progress in improving justice outcomes. #ADRUKConf25

We are delighted to welcome the Rt Hon Mark Drakeford MS, the Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Welsh Language, for the opening remarks on day 2 of the #ADRUKConf2025. @adruk2025.bsky.social @popdatascisu.bsky.social

Day 2 of the #ADRUKConf25 kicks off with the Ministerial opening address from Rt Hon Mark Drakeford MS. @adruk2025.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social @adrcni.bsky.social @scadrdata.bsky.social @saildatabank.bsky.social

Great first day at @adruk2025.bsky.social yesterday! Can't wait for all the great sessions to come today. If you're here make sure to drop by our exhibition stall to say hello, or come chat to our poster presenters over lunch.

Education, Early Years & Readiness explored in this mornings session in the Dora Stoutzker Hall at #ADRUKConf25. Insights from Amy Locke, Mengle Zhang, Sarah Miller, Gergö Baranyi, and Hannah Dickson. @adruk2025.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social @adrcni.bsky.social @scadrdata.bsky.social

Day 2 of #ADRUKConf25 is off to a strong start! We began with an inspiring ministerial address from Rt Hon Mark Drakeford MS, highlighting Wales’ leadership in administrative data research and evidence-informed policymaking - and his own role in shaping these spaces.

Head into the main auditorium now for the ministerial address! #ADRUKConf25

Day 1 of #ADRUKConf25 wrapped! 🚀 Inspiring keynotes on admin data (Netherlands & Brazil), trusted research environments & AI, plus buzzing parallel sessions + exhibitors. Now onto the evening reception 🎉 See you tomorrow for a ministerial address from Rt Hon Mark Drakeford!

💡 The conversation has been flowing @adruk2025.bsky.social in Cardiff. We’ve been having lots of chats about data linkage and getting smart data to researchers. Do drop by our stand near the front door! #ADRUKConf25

For our final keynote of the day, we're hearing from Professor Emily Jefferson and Fergus McDonald of DARE UK ⬇️ dareuk.org.uk

ADR UK PhD student Richmond Opoku discusses his project “Peeling back the layers of childhood care entry in the UK”.

What a great mix of parallel presentations so far! To highlight a couple from today… Prof Pia Hardelid of Kids Environment and Health Cohort outlined the team’s work & aspirations around showing how environment factors (like air quality and green space) affect child outcomes. kenvh-cohort.org.uk

Important research from the Office for National Statistics shows an average reduction in pay for women following a diagnosis of endometriosis. The study used anonymised linked health and economic data. #ADRUKConf25

Fascinating keynote from Helena Benes Matos da Silva from Cidacs Brazil at #ADRUKConf25. CIDACS experience has shown that using health & admin data for research is a unique tool for improving health in Brazil. @adruk2025.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social @adrcni.bsky.social @scadrdata.bsky.social

🐝 It’s a hive of activity at #ADRUKConf25 Poster Session! #Admindata #innovation #research @adruk2025.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social @adrcni.bsky.social @scadrdata.bsky.social @saildatabank.bsky.social

Prof David Ford OBE, Co-Director @adrwales.bsky.social and @popdatascisu.bsky.social kicks off this afternoon’s keynote and sessions at today’s #ADRUKConf25 @adruk2025.bsky.social @saildatabank.bsky.social @adrcni.bsky.social @scadrdata.bsky.social

After a brilliant first round of parallel sessions, we’re back in the auditorium for our second keynote with Helena Benes Matos da Silva, introduced by @adrwales.bsky.social Co-Director David Ford.

We're hearing from Professor Karen Broadhurst about a fascinating project using linked data: Child Outcomes for Mothers Facing Trial. The team is exploring the effects of involvement with the family and criminal justice systems on mother-child relationships. #ADRUKConf25

Insightful sessions exploring Education, Attendance & Exclusion this morning @ #ADRUKConf2025 from Chris Dibbins @scadrdata.bsky.social, Golo Henseke UCL, Sophie Bartlett & Rhys Davies @wiserd-research.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social, & Silvia Behrens University of Glasgow. @adruk2025.bsky.social

Fantastic first Keynote of the day from Tom Emery, from the Dutch National Infrastructure for Social Science & Erasmus University Rotterdam. “We need to work internationally to reduce barriers.” @odissei.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social

Day 1 kicks off at #ADRUKConf25 with welcome from Dr Emma Gordon, Director of ADR UK and Stephanie Howarth of Welsh Government. @adruk2025.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social @adrcni.bsky.social @scadrdata.bsky.social

We’re excited to be at @adruk2025.bsky.social in beautiful Cardiff. If you’re at the conference, come visit our stall in the main entrance hall near the welcome desk. 🐻 Wishing all delegates at #ADRUKConf25 an enjoyable few days.

Emma introduces the latest figures from the ADR UK Annual Report 2025 - read it at reports.adruk.org/annual-repor....

Joining my first @adruk2025.bsky.social conference and looking forward to hearing so many linked data papers. @kjellgren.bsky.social and @jsavinc.bsky.social will share preliminary results from RELEASE- examining the healthcare contacts between different people released from prison. #JusticeHealth

It’s day one of #ADRUKConf25, after a fantastic day of pre-conference workshops yesterday (great to have seen so many of you already there). First up, we have a welcome from Dr Emma Gordon, Director of ADR UK. Head to the auditoriums so you don’t miss the start! @adrwales.bsky.social

Just ONE day to go before we see you all in Cardiff for #ADRKUKConf25! 🎉 Visit adrukconference2025.org for everything you need to know in advance - including the programme, sponsors, keynotes, and venue information.

🕰️ The clock is ticking... five days to go until #ADRUKConf25! Download your delegate pack at adrukconference2025.org/wp-content/u....

📝 New blog drop! Adam Milward, CEO & Co-founder of MetadataWorks, shares why they’re proud to sponsor #ADRUKConf25 and how they’re making admin data FAIRer for researchers 🔎📊 👉 Read here: www.adruk.org/news-publica...

⏱️ The countdown begins! One week to go until #ADRUKConf25 - while you're here, check out the programme to see what's in store: adrukconference2025.org/programme-ov...

🗣️ “Research doesn’t just happen behind closed doors – it happens in community halls, GP waiting rooms, and everyday conversations.” Sienna-Mae Yates shares why public voices matter at #ADRUKConf25 and what she hopes the event will achieve. 🔗 www.adruk.org/news-publica...

Hot off the press: the #ADRUKConf25 Conference Proceedings are here! Link to view: ijpds.org/issue/view/43

@clscohorts.bsky.social is supporting #ADRUKConf25 as a Silver Sponsor! 🎉 Learn why linking cohort + admin data is vital for impactful research, and why CLS is backing the conference. 👉 www.adruk.org/news-publica...

🔑 How is HDR UK unlocking the power of #HealthData? 🤝 Why are they a proud Gold Sponsor of #ADRUKConf25? 💡 What can you expect from their sessions? Discover how HDR UK drives transparency, trust & public involvement in data research 👇 www.adruk.org/news-publica...

🚀 #ADRUKConf25 is on its way! This will bring together researchers, data custodians, policymakers & changemakers to explore how admin data drives real-world impact. To get a sense of what’s in store, watch 2023's highlights 🎥 youtu.be/OOny2C8ebcU Let the countdown begin!

✨ Although #ADRUKConf25 is sold out, you can join us for pre-conference workshops. 📩 Already booked a workshop ticket but haven’t shared your preferences? Please contact [email protected]. 👉 Haven’t got your workshop ticket yet?https://adrukconference2025.org/tickets/

📢 Don’t miss Helena Benes Matos da Silva at #ADRUKConf25! She’ll share how linked admin data in Brazil is transforming public health research, revealing how social determinants shape health outcomes - especially for at-risk populations. 🔗 www.adruk.org/news-publica...

New blog: a preview of Tom Emery’s #ADRUK2025 keynote! Drawing on 10+ years building ODISSEI, Tom explores the promises & pitfalls of using administrative data to tackle complex social questions. 🔗 adrukconference2025.org/895-2/ 📍 Join us in Cardiff this September!

The blogs published so far in the run up to #ADRUKConf25 are now available to read on our dedicated conference website! Read them at adrukconference2025.org/blogs/.

Don't forget to check out the full #ADRUKConf25 programme! 🌟 5 keynotes 🎙️ Ministerial Address 📊 257 talks 📌 23 posters 🛠️ 23 pre-conference workshops ⚡ Datathon: Data Collision adrukconference2025.org/programme-ov...

Welcome to the official #ADRUKConf25 account! 👋 All updates about the ADR UK Conference 2025 will be posted here from now on – including key info, speaker announcements, and live coverage in September. If you were following @adr-uk.bsky.social for updates, follow us here to stay in the loop.