SQW is a leading independent provider of research, analysis and advice in economic and social development. Established in 1983, and operating across the UK, Europe and internationally, we work for clients from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. We are experts in public policy and work with our clients to research, develop, implement and evaluate social and economic development interventions across a wide range of policy domains. In all of our work we employ the principles of rigorous analysis, collaborative working, commitment to quality and independence of thought. Our core areas of expertise are in Innovation, Spatial Development, Land and Property, Children and Young People, and Health and Social Care. This breadth of expertise is one of our strengths: it equips us to work across different fields in an integrated way. Our clients include government departments and agencies in the United Kingdom and overseas, devolved administrations, local authorities and partnerships, higher education institutions, charities, energy and infrastructure providers, investors and developers, and service providers. The firm is part of SQW Group alongside our sister firm Oxford Innovation, which manages a network of business and innovation centres across the UK and provides advice to start-up and established businesses to grow and succeed.