This briefing summarises findings on attitudes to R&D investment from CaSE’s Public Attitudes to R&D 2025 study, which comprised a nationally representative survey of 8,000 UK adults, eight focus groups and 20+ follow-up interviews. Full results can be found on CaSE’s Public Opinion Research pages.
Key points include:
- The principle of Government investment in R&D is well supported
- Despite some concerns, the role of private sector R&D is appreciated
- The public support fundamental R&D and research into health and energy
