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Overview
The Integrated Data Service (IDS) is designed for:
- government analysts
- devolved administrations
- external accredited researchers
- analysts or researchers looking to become accredited
Read more about the service, its benefits, and the tooling available for projects
Before you start
You can still apply for an IDS account and explore some features of the service if you are not yet an accredited researcher.
However, to view and analyse data in the IDS you must become an accredited researcher and be approved for access to a project.
You can also start to familiarise yourself with the technology used in the IDS and skills you will need at any point in the application process.
Application overview
Step 1: Apply for an account
Answer some questions about you and your organisation and submit your account for review
We aim to review account applications within five working days
Step 2: Sign in to the IDS Hub
When your account is approved, activate two-step verification for your account and explore the service
Step 3: Apply for researcher accreditation
Provide your existing accreditation number for access to data, or submit an application to become an accredited researcher
We currently estimate the accreditation process to take three to five weeks
Step 4: Apply for a project
Apply for an IDS project, detailing which data, tools and team members you need
We currently estimate the application process to take two to 12 weeks
Step 5: Start work on your project
Once your project is approved, you and your team can start working together on your project