Publication of CaSE 2023-24 Annual Review

It has been an extremely exciting and interesting time to join CaSE as Executive Director. Political changes spurred by the General Election have opened up opportunities to embed our priorities, as an organisation and a sector, into the national political discourse. Our exceptional programme of work in policy advocacy and public opinion research have gathered pace and support from across the R&D sector; and CaSE has grown to meet the demand for our unique perspective and insight. Our work as a charity is entirely dependent on our broad and varied membership, and I am extremely grateful for the support and input from all CaSE members, including essential funding from Wellcome for our public opinion work.

CaSE believes that research, development, and innovation are vital for a healthy and thriving society. Through policy positions that support the sector we can work to improve the lives and livelihoods of people right across the UK. By working with our members, listening to the public through our public opinion programme, and applying our expert voice, we are able to make the case to policymakers for having R&D at the heart of the UK’s future.

We are a small organisation that has achieved a huge amount in the last year. The enthusiasm and expertise of each member of the CaSE team allow us to be brave, nimble, and punch well above our weight. I am very proud of what we have achieved together, and I am excited for what the coming year will bring as we continue to evolve as an organisation.