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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 20d

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

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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 20d

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

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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 20d

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

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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 20d

👏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

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Dr Louise Marryat @lmarryat.bsky.social · 19d

@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!

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 19d

#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! 📸

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 20d

ECHILD is an ADR UK flagship dataset which can be used to better understand how education affects children's health, and how health affects children's education.

Find out more about the dataset ⬇️

www.adruk.org/data-access/...

#ADRUKConf25

Education and Child Health Insights from Linked Data - England - ADR UK

Dataset- ADR UK - Data driven change

www.adruk.org

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 20d

Another project is using ECHILD to explore attainment outcomes in primary school for children with neurodisability.

The research highlights how the period before school entry provides a valuable opportunity for early intervention to support these children.

#ADRUKConf25

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 20d

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.

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 20d

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

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ADR Wales | YDG Cymru @adrwales.bsky.social · 20d

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

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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 20d

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

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Research Data Scotland @rds-scotland.bsky.social · 20d

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.

adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 20d

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!

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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 20d

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

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 20d

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.

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 20d

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

adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 20d

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!

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Smart Data Research UK @sdruk.bsky.social · 21d

💡 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

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 21d

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

dareuk.org.uk

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 21d

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

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 21d

And from Neil Rowland from ADR NI shared findings in relation to the impact of exclusions on students using Longitudinal Education Outcomes.

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 21d

Our PhD student Christy Coles meanwhile discussed female offending trajectories, and how patterns reveal disparities between groups.

Christy also pointed out how there are often warning signs early on (such as during education) - positive intervention is key.

www.adruk.org/our-work/bro...

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 21d

That's a wrap from Studio 2.05, see you in the final keynote of the day!

#ADRUKConf25

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 21d

Finally, ADR UK Research Fellow Damian Whittard shares some insights from his project investigating employment in green jobs.

Read more on Damian's findings ⬇️

www.adruk.org/news-publica...

#ADRUKConf25

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adruk2025.bsky.social @adruk2025.bsky.social · 21d

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

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