'Important decisions should be based on the best available evidence'
The South West Observatory (SWO) works towards this vision by drawing together research, resources and analysis from its network of experts across policy themes and from different local areas in the South West. We do this to build a clearer understanding of the issues affecting people living and working in this part of the country to support and inform policy and decision makers.
SWO is a jointly-owned intelligence resource which enables better decision making by:
> Providing and signposting recent data, analysis, research and reports
> Sharing ideas, best practice and resources between a professional network to achieve efficiencies
> Organising regular themed events and training sessions on policy areas and research tools
> Undertaking joint work and joint commissions to benefit network partners
> Conducting bespoke, commissioned work to meet specific evidence need
Find out more About Us and to keep updated about our work and activities by signing up for the regular SWO monthly e-update. For any direct enquiries, please us the Contact Us section on this site.
