Overview

In 2023, POST piloted Rapid Evidence Assessments (REAs) as a mechanism for improving the conduct of scrutiny in Parliament. They are summaries of the available research literature that are based on a rapid but comprehensive search of academic databases. REAs are not as exhaustive as a systematic review.

During the pilot, POST worked in partnership with researchers from UK universities to produce each REA to inform Parliament’s work. You can read the REAs produced in the 2023 pilot below.

While each REA was produced in consultation with POST, they are not, and should not be relied on as, advice. Read our disclaimer to find out more.

Through this project, our partners were able to consolidate our learning about producing effective REAs. This is shared in: Rapid Evidence Assessments: A Guide for Commissioners, Funders and Policymakers.

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