Research Library

Research by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) to explore the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on people’s finances and in particular on their behaviour around pensions.

A literature review followed by ethnographic research and stakeholder shadowing to explore issues faced by low-income families

A study using qualitative research labs, a quantitative survey and analysis of existing survey research to explore access to financial services for people from minority ethnic groups

In-depth interviews with a range of low earners including those who do and don’t save into an EA pension to understand attitudes, opinions and behaviours towards workplace pensions

This report outlines the findings of a rapid evidence review of recent studies considering the links between money and mental health in the UK to highlight new findings on the relationships between money (defined broadly as personal financial circumstances) and mental health and to reflect on the extent to which the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and the current cost of living situation has shaped these issues.

An evidence review and qualitative research study looking at the scale, type, risks and trends in pension scams in the UK and the impact on those affected.

A qualitative exploration followed by a quantitative experiment using a randomised controlled trial to understand the impact of personalised guidance on decision making about pensions

A briefing paper prepared by the House of Commons Library in early 2023, summarising mainly official statistics, forecasts and Government policies relating to inflation and its impact on UK households

A mixed-methods study by the Social Market Foundation to understand ethnic differences in the use of financial products and services in the UK and the drivers of these differences

A comprehensive review by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation of the latest evidence to identify trends and understand the experiences and challenges of poverty in the UK in 2022.