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Publications

ESRC produce a range of publications for a variety of audiences.  

Our publications are available on the web and in print. Publications can either be viewed online, downloaded as PDF files, or print versions can be ordered from the ESRC office.  

Some corporate publications are published regularly such as our magazine Society Now  and our newsletter eNews, while others like Britain Today are produced annually. We also produce a range of research publications highlighting and publicising social sciences and ESRC research.

ESRC magazines and newsletters

Society Now Issue 4 front coverSociety Now

Society Now is the new regular ESRC magazine focusing on raising awareness of our research and its impact. Aimed at a wide range of readers, it offers a readable, concise overview of current issues concerning society. Society Now is published three times a year - spring, summer and early autumn. 

Britain in 2009 coverBritain in 2009

Britain in 2009 is an annual newsstand magazine showcasing the diversity of ESRC-funded research around the state of the nation. It offers a concise analysis of research and topical issues concerning Britain today. 

eNewseNews

eNews is the email newsletter for the ESRC community, highlighting funding opportunities, corporate news and community updates.

Previous magazines

The Edge

The Edge magazine May 1999 - March 2008 highlighted the latest and most topical research by the UK's leading social scientists. It has been replaced by the Society Now magazine.

Social Sciences

Social Sciences was the regular newsletter of the ESRC community between 1989-2008. Published three times a year, it provided information about ESRC policies, new research and findings from completed research. It was replaced spring 2008 by the eNews newsletter.

The Scene

The Scene was a 2006 magazine showcasing ESRC research and highlighting key issues for development and innovation in Scotland.

ESRC Corporate Publications

Annual reports, strategic plans and guidelines for ESRC-related activities.

Annual report and accounts

Information on the Council's activities during the previous financial year including an analysis of research and training expenditure and research portfolio.

Delivery plan

ESRC's funding priorities and activity outline over the Spending Review period.

Strategic plan

The ESRC Strategic Plan 2009-2014 sets out key priorities over the next years.

Working with the Media

A guide produced to help researchers engage with the media and communicate their work to the wider community.

ESRC Research Publications

The ESRC has produced a range of research publications highlighting and publicising social sciences research.

Public Policy Seminar Publications

In recognition of the Public Policy Seminars supported and facilitated by the ESRC, a number of publications have been produced to consolidate the research findings and policy implications. These publications are based around themes and cover a wide range of topics: from Well-being for Children and Young People to Devolution and Economic Policy in the UK. These publications are readily available and organised chronologically. 

We encourage you to make use of these valuable resources, so hard copies are available on request. 

If you would like to receive a free copy of any of the publications please email knowledgetransfer@esrc.ac.uk

Ordering ESRC Publications

Find out more about subscribing to the ESRC newsletter eNews  here.

If you would like to receive any of the hard copy publications listed, you can:

  • Fax or post your order
  • Email your order
  • Phone your order. 

When ordering please give the title and number of publications you require. The phone line is open between the hours of 9am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday.

Address:

ESRC Publications
Tangent Communications
PO Box 757
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 2YZ
Telephone: 01242 283100 
Fax: 01242 283131
Email: esrc@tangentuk.com