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A survey carried out by networking products provider TP-LINK has demonstrated how important efficient Internet access is to the UK public. Read more
An education survey of 18,000 university leavers undertaken by The High Fliers has discovered that university graduates who have had internships are three times as likely to land jobs. Findings show that over one third of job applicants who have done an internship or other vacation work with a graduate employer had at least one job offer by... Read more
A survey conducted on behalf of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA), which questioned 3,700 car rental customers, has uncovered the advantages of this approach to motoring. Read more
Utility market research commissioned by Rexel Northern European Zone has shown that as many as nine in ten Britons believe that fuel poverty levels in the UK will continue to escalate if nothing is done to improve the adoption of energy efficiency. Read more
DJS Research Ltd are pleased to announce that Kieran Heald has been promoted to IT Administrator following the successful completion of his apprenticeship. Read more
Retail market research conducted on behalf of UPS has revealed that the majority of Britons now prefer to shop with their favourite retailer online due to increased satisfaction with the customer experience. Read more
DJS Research Ltd are pleased to announce that they will be hosting the inaugural North West Market Research World Cup on June 21st 2013. The 2013 competition is being held to raise money for CLIC Sargent, the charity for children and young people with cancer. Read more
A new survey by YouGov indicates that Facebook's massive nine-year popularity is showing signs of waning ' UK users of the social networking platform have dropped 9% over the past year. Read more
Professional services market research by online freelancer platform PeoplePerHour, which questioned 400,000 self-employed workers, has discovered the top entrepreneurial regions in the UK. Read more
New business support market research by Amadeus has uncovered some key findings about what corporate globe trotters want from their travel management companies (TMCs). Read more
A recent health care market research report completed by the NHS Confederation has found that almost two thirds (64%) of health bosses think NHS patients' experience will suffer as the service continues to try and make billions of pounds' worth of cuts following Whitehall directives. Read more
According to figures released by the National Health Service (NHS), an estimated 1.22m admissions to hospital were at least partially result of people drinking too much alcohol ' marking an increase of 51% over the last 9 years. The number of admissions for which alcohol consumption was the main cause increased to more than 200,000 ' up 40% on... Read more
Research carried out by Mercer Marsh Benefits has suggested that the cost to companies of providing health-related benefits rose by 3.6% in 2012. The survey, which garnered views from over 500 companies across 16 EMEA states, found that pressures varied from country to country. Read more
A new survey by the British Nutrition Foundation, which questioned over 27,500 children across the nation, has demonstrated an alarming lack of food knowledge and prevalence of unhealthy eating amongst the UK's young generation. Read more
Financial market research by money saving website www.offeroftheday.co.uk has discovered that as many as three quarters of British parents do not have a savings fund in place to help their child through higher education. Read more
According to recent Information Technology market research by global risk-based security and compliance management firm Tripwire, the majority of Britons have concerns about cyber attacks. Read more
DJS Research Ltd, a leading market research agency based in the North of England, continues to offer internship programs with a view to creating an increased number of full time roles within the company's research department and to promoting market research as a career to university students and recent graduates. Read more
The latest charity market research, undertaken on behalf of financial services organisation Foresters, has revealed that the UK public expects businesses to donate to good causes. Read more
Figures from recent telecoms market research by IDC suggest that Android has moved ahead as the leading operating system for smartphones in the first quarter of 2013 ' shipping as the OS for 162.1m smartphones, 75% of a global Q1 total of 216.2m units. Read more
New research in to smartphone tariffs has suggested that, in markets without a 'maverick' competitor ' such as Germany and Spain - consumers pay an average smartphone tariff of 44 euros, compared to 22 euros a month in more competitive arenas such as France and the United Kingdom. Read more
Telecoms market research carried out by Guavus, a big data analytics company, has suggested that there is a market for telecoms companies to offer reduced tariffs in return for consumers viewing mobile advertising. Recent figures from the Internet Advertisers Bureau suggest that mobile advertising in the UK has grown by almost 150%, with total... Read more
Recent news in the electric car industry has led some analysts to voice disbelief in Barack Obama's target of having one million electric cars on the US market by 2015. Coda Automotive, an electric car startup, recently filed for bankruptcy protection and is looking to reorganise, whilst Fisker Automotive has announced it will be making 75% of... Read more
Research by ICDP (based in the UK) has suggested that the collapse in demand for cars in Western Europe has led to a fall in the number of main dealer sales networks in the region. However, the decline last year was relatively small, and there was growth in the number of sales in Russia and Turkey. Read more
New research released by HonestJohn.co.uk reveals the top 10 most endangered Biritsh cars. Of the 10 on the list, all have a survival rate of well below 1% - i.e. those now on the road as compared to the number of which were originally manufactured. The research was carried out through examination of DVLA records of classic cars registered... Read more
A survey by EdPLace, a provider of subscription based education resources for parents, suggests that UK parents now spend £6 billion per year on private tuition for their children. The results also showed that more than a quarter of famillies now use private tutors in some way in order to give their children additional support. The average cost... Read more
Market research conducted on behalf of Tesco Travel Money has discovered that despite the poor economy and a near triple-dip recession, Britons are as geared up as ever for overseas travel. Read more
Market research carried out by the Foundation for Social Improvement demonstrates that many organisations have never heard of the Localism Act or have only heard of it in passing - feeling they do not know enough about the Act to give their views on it. The research received feedback from 442 charity staff over the course of several months from... Read more
The UK Small Charity Sector Skills Survey 12/13 suggests that almost two-fifths (37%) of small charities cannot improve their services due to skills gaps among key staff. In addition, two thirds stated that they did not have any funds available to invest in training and development of these staff. The research was carried out for the Foundation... Read more
The global market for Crop Protection Chemicals including herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, bio-pesticides and adjuvants is set to grow from 2,075.5 metric tons (in terms of active ingredient volume) in 2011 to 3,136.1 metric tons by 2018 - growing at CAGR 3,2% from 2013 to 2018 according to a new report listed on ReportsNReports. Read more
The global market for Crop Protection Chemicals including herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, bio-pesticides and adjuvants is set to grow from 2,075.5 metric tons (in terms of active ingredient volume) in 2011 to 3,136.1 metric tons by 2018 - growing at CAGR 3,2% from 2013 to 2018 according to a new report listed on ReportsNReports. Read more
DJS Research Ltd is pleased to announce the promotion of Charlotte Sykes to Research Manager. Read more
DJS Research Ltd is pleased to announce the promotion of Charlotte Sykes to Research Manager. Read more
A survey conducted byCNNquestioned 3,106 respondents from over 70 countries worldwide to discover the primary factors which influence people when deciding on leisure and business travel destinations. Read more
Following concerns over skills shortages forecast for the UK in coming 10-20 years, research carried out by learndirect and the Cranfield School of Management implies that apprenticeships are essential to help build a sustainable workforce and get more people into employment. The report, 'Nurturing Talent: Building the Workforce of the Future'... Read more
A survey commissioned by the Government has highlighted the increasing cyber threat to UK businesses ' as many as 87% of all SME's and 93% of companies with more than 250 staff reported experiencing at least one security breach in 2012. Read more
New research carried out by Hillcroft House suggests that, increasingly, UK employees are working in a culture of fear. Read more
DairyCo's Farmer Intentions Survey has found their industry in troubled waters ' milk producers have lost confidence over the past year, while nearly one in 10 dairy farmers are considering quitting the sector in the next two years. Read more
A survey commissioned by Santander bank has revealed that Britons are increasingly happy to do all their shopping, including non-food items, at supermarkets. Read more
A new survey of 2,029 adults by consumer group Which? has revealed that as many as a quarter (25%) of UK customers has experienced problems with their bank in the past year. Read more
A new survey covering 2,000 Britons by comparison website uSwitch has discovered that an escalating and alarming number of households find themselves in debt to their energy supplier, thanks to unprecedented energy costs and an outstandingly cold winter. Read more
A poll conducted by Ffrees Family Finance has uncovered the current top family-friendly destinations which Britons are keen on visiting this Easter holiday. Read more
A web-based survey conducted by Oxford University ' spanning 783 responses and with 71% of these comprised of doctors who are registered with the General Medical Council ' has made some startling discoveries about the prevalence of placebo treatments. Read more
Market research by ISPreview.co.uk, which polled 782 Internet users across the UK, has revealed a general consensus that the Government is not making good progress when it comes to fulfilling their promise of the national roll-out of superfast broadband services. Read more
DJS Research is pleased to announce the arrival of Paul Hylands in the role of Operations Manager for CATI Services. Paul, who has previously worked for the Co-operative Group, Mercedes Benz, O2 and British Gas, will take responsibility for managing and developing the agency's telephone unit which currently accommodates 50-60 trained B2B and... Read more
DJS Research Ltd, a leading market research agency based in the North of England, have completed pro bono research with football fans which suggests the vast majority would support the introduction of technology in to the beautiful game. Read more
A survey by Harbour Salmon Co. Infusions has shown that the UK's young professionals have become The Pot Noodle Generation, with the average respondent cooking a proper meal only once a week. Read more
A report by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and the Local Data Company has shown a tenfold increase in high street store closures in the last year. Their report shows the net number of store closures was 1779 in 2012 which is an increase of more than 1000% on the figure of 174 for 2011. With the recent collapses of HMV, Blockbuster, and Jessops,... Read more
The fallout form the horsemeat scandal rocking Britain has began to affect UK consumer behaviour. Since the Food Safety Authority found horsemeat in the food supply chain in January, significant changes in retail trends and behaviour have been observed. Data from Kantar Worldpanel has shown a dramatic decrease of 43% in the sales of frozen... Read more
An online poll of more than 1,000 GPs nationwide by Doctors.net.uk for eHealth Insider (EHI) has discovered that despite the Government's deadline for all patients to have online access to their healthcare records in two years, only 4% of GPs have a practice that currently provides this. Read more
Following a nationwide study, a report published by the Home Builders' Federation has shown that young Britons have become the 'locked out generation', since it is now extremely difficult for them to jump onto the housing ladder. Read more
Rental company Hertz commissioned a poll of 2,000 respondents from the UK and France during January to discover just how far people are prepared to travel for their loved ones on Valentine's Day. Read more
A survey on behalf of Retail Week has shown that nearly half of the UK consumers who took part in the study reported being likely to avoid buying meat from grocers involved in the horsemeat burger controversy. Read more
DJS Research Ltd, one of the fastest growing research agencies in the North of England, is pleased to welcome Alexandre Tatry-Gautier as International Business Development Manager. Tatry-Gautier, originally from France, will take on responsibility for helping the agency further expand in to foreign markets ' beginning with his native country. Read more
A survey of 56.1million people living in England and Wales by the Office of National Statistics has uncovered for the first time what languages are most prevalent in the UK. Read more
Comparison website uSwitch has carried out a new survey to determine the best and worst broadband areas in the UK in terms of their off-peak and on-peak drop in connection speed. Read more
A survey by UK healthcare provider Benenden Health has revealed that the average adult Briton spends more than five years of their life worrying. Read more
An annual survey by insurer LV= has discovered that the cost of raising a child to the age of 21 has now reached as much as £222,000. This figure represents over a £4,000 increase on last year and £82,000 more than 10 years ago (when the first annual Cost of a Child Report was published). Read more
The latest survey of more than 10,000 Britonsby comparison website Which? has shown that despite the 'Big Six' energy companies dominating 98% of the UK market, they are being beaten hands down by Green providers when it comes to consumer satisfaction. Read more
A survey has questioned 1,005 UK mums and a further 1,531 mothers across France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden, and the Netherlands to investigate the eating habits of toddlers. Read more
DJS Research Ltd is pleased to announce its charity of the year partnership with CLIC Sargent ' the charity for children with cancer. The partnership will see DJS Research Ltd donate money from charitable incentives and money raised through ad-hoc activities, in addition to providing pro bono research services for some of CLIC Sargent's annual... Read more
According to a recent survey by e-learning solution provider Skillsoft, UK employers are missing out on valuable skills and experience by overlooking older workers. Read more
A consumer study sponsored by Ford of more than 6,000 people across EU countries including the UK has discovered the rising popularity of environmentally friendly cars. Read more
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DJS Research Ltd is pleased to announce the promotions of Matt Bristow and Annie Young to Research Manager and Research Executive respectively, and the appointment of Rebecca Tracey in the role of Business Administration Assistant. Read more
A survey by GreenRoad entitled 'Fleet Leader 2013 Outlook' suggests that the majority (56%) of UK fleet leaders are cautiously optimistic about 2013. Only slightly more than one in ten (12%) are very optimistic, and around a fifth (22%) are neutral about the coming twelve months. The report asked 1000 fleet managers and decision makers their... Read more
A recent market research survey by Four Four Two magazine, which asked the opinion of 100 football players, has revealed that depression, racism and match fixing are all considered major issues. Read more
A recent poll by Gallup Inc reveals that Latin America has the happiest people. Read more
A global survey by communications regulator Ofcom has discovered that Britons send more greetings cards than consumers anywhere in the world. Read more
A survey commissioned by computer specialists Crucial.com set has measured how well UK households are tackling new technologies and gadgets ' it was discovered that women expect many related tasks to be dealt with by men, although many do not have the skills. Read more
A nationwide survey conducted by the Care Quality Commission, which questioned 46,000 patients who have been treated at A&Es in the UK, has uncovered an increase in hospital emergency service waiting times in several key regions. Read more
According to a survey of 2,000 small businesses across the UK on behalf of Freelancer.co.uk, this sector is currently relying on a financial boost from alternative means to applying for loans from banks. Read more
On November 26th 2012, Jane Frost CBE arrived at the combined offices of Market Research World and DJS Research Ltd to give a talk to the research and operations teams on innovation, the state of market research and the future of the Market Research Society. After a year in her new role, Jane has certainly made some positive changes to the MRS '... Read more
According to a survey covering 2,000 adults across the UK by Eon, there is reluctance amongst people to switch energy suppliers, even if it means saving money. Read more
GrowthAccelerator is a new and unique partnership between a number of the UK's leading business growth experts and the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills. The scheme, which helps rapidly growing companies to access finance, further develop the business, develop leadership skills and develop innovative services for clients, aims to... Read more
A joint study by two Danish Universities has found that regular exercise could advance a student by up to half a year in their studies. Children who walked or cycled to school performed better in tests measuring concentration levels, as opposed to those who were driven or used public transport. Read more
Results of a recent survey conducted by Intel across Europe and the Middle East have shown that more than half of the Britons who answered preferred to look as good as possible on Facebook. Read more
Research recently conducted by the Chartered Management Institute has shown that females who follow an identical career path will earn £400,000 less over their lifetime. Read more
The Road Marking Safety Association (RMSA) has carried out a survey recently, and have discovered that 40% of white lines on Scotland's motorways and dual carriageways required immediate attention and maintenance. Read more
Gangs of child abusers have been found to be using social networking sites such as Facebook to groom unsuspecting young victims for abuse, a report has found. Read more
A survey on behalf of customer service technology company Portal has demonstrated that UK consumers still prefer interacting with businesses via email and phone, rather than social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter. Read more
Britain has been voted the most powerful nation on Earth by the magazine Monocle, with major help coming from the likes of Andy Murray, Bradley Wiggins, James Bond and the Queen. Read more
A survey recently conducted by the University of East Anglia's Norwich Business School has analysed prices and nutrition data of 6,000 food and drink items sold by Asda, Ocado, Sainsbury's and Tesco over the past year, and has showed that buy one, get one free deals are tilted towards unhealthy products. Read more
Mobile coverage firm RootMetrics have conducted some field tests into EE's new 4G network, and has found that less than half of Manchester city centre is able to take advantage of the high internet speeds available. Outside of the city centre there was no 4G coverage, according to the tests. Read more
Qualitative projects are by no means a rarity for the research team at DJS Research Ltd, and the past six weeks have seen the Directors complete over thirty group discussions and almost seventy depth interviews ' an average of well over two pieces of qualitative field work every day over a five day working week. In addition, the senior research... Read more
A survey conducted by the League Managers Association and Castrol has given a captivating insight into the minds and working of top level football managers. Read more
Age UK have surveyed more than 1,000 adults aged over 65, and estimates that as many as 25,000 older people could die needlessly due to the harsh winter that has been forecast. Read more
According to a survey conducted by Chance to Shine, the amount of PE and games in UK schools has not increased, despite more than half of young children having been inspired to take up a new sport. Read more
An online survey has revealed that nearly half of UK children have hidden, or attempted to hide, their talent in the classroom for fear of being bullied. Read more
Figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) suggest that more than one in ten shops in shopping centres and high streets are currently empty, representing the highest level of unoccupied retail space since the body began collecting data in July 2011. Nationwide, the rate of vacancy in town centres was 11.3%, although this peaked in Northern... Read more
A recent survey of 2,091 people across the UK by online foreign money trader Forex has revealed a gap in currency knowledge - as many as one in three Britons (35%) are not aware that the Scottish pound is acceptable for payments in England and is of equal value to the British pound. Read more
A recent study conducted by the RAC, which asked 1,000 children aged between five and seven, has shown that children feel dads are better drivers than mums, although the race was very closely ran. Read more
A survey by the National Federation of Builders (NFB) has shown that SME builders are ready to adopt building information modelling, but do not have the necessary skills or training to adopt it. Almost 3 in 5 (57%) of the 135 contractors surveyed (23 of which employed more than 250 people) felt that BIM would be beneficial to their organisation. Read more
DJS Research Ltd, a leading market research agency based in Cheshire, is continuing to offer paid and unpaid internships and opportunities for work experience. Jake Burton, the most recent beneficiary of the internship program, will be working with DJS Research for a month in the marketing and PR department. Read more
A survey of 20,000 drivers by the AA has discovered what makes motorists in Britain see red. The study also shows a demographical divide in top rated gripes when it came to different regions and age groups. Read more
A study conducted by accountancy firm Grant Thornton has found that the construction of the Olympic Village and other Olympic venues generated an extra £7.3bn for the UK economy. Read more
A poll taken from the gaming website IGN has revealed a new 'illness' could be hitting the worldwide population on Tuesday, with the release of the most pre-ordered game in Amazon's history. Read more
According to a new survey by the British Chambers of Commerce, UK businesses are becoming increasingly concerned about the availability and rising cost of energy. Read more
A recent study commissioned by Gadget Show Live Christmas has revealed Britain is a nation of 'Goofs' - Gadget Obsessed Over Fifties. Read more
In the wake of the recent Jimmy Savile scandal, the level of trust shown in the BBC by license fee payers has dropped, a recent study by research agency Com Res has revealed. Read more
A survey conducted by Poundland has discovered that shoppers are timing their visit to their local supermarket store in search of the cheapest and best deals on their grocery shopping. 32% admitted to doing this around the prime times when supermarkets are likely to cut the prices of their perishable products, mainly food, and products reaching... Read more
A recent study, entitled 'The Durex Sexual Wellbeing Global Survey', has found that almost a third of Irish people have not received any form of sexual health or sex education in secondary school. Read more
A recent survey of small businesses, conducted by Vertical Response, has shown that an increasing number have started using social media as both a means of marketing and to connect with other businesses. Read more
A recent study conducted by The PKF Football Industry Group's 'Leagues Apart' has revealed that more than two thirds of football clubs across England and Scotland are facing major financial difficulties in the recent tough economic times. Read more
An annual vehicle reliability survey by industry publication Fleet News has seen BMW crowned as most trustworthy company car and Ford topping the van list. Read more
A study of statistics compiled by The Sunday Express has shown that Asda will be offering the cheapest Christmas dinner this year, with families on the lookout for a budget option in these tough economic times. Read more
Zoosk has recently conducted a survey among some of their members to gain some insight into the thoughts regarding facial hair and its' significance in a relationship. Read more
Fears that a local village bonfire night event, held in Whaley Bridge for decades, would be unable to go forward have been averted after local residents and businesses, including DJS Research Ltd, stepped in to keep the tradition alive. Read more
A recent market research survey, conducted by KPMG, has shown that the global chemical business sector is prioritising investments and acquisitions to promote growth. Read more
New research, published by RSA (the UK's largest commercial insurer) and the Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR), has revealed that the market for commercial real estate in the UK may not return to pre- economic crisis levels before 2023 ' more than a decade in the future. The CRE industry has seen an enormous £13 billion fall in... Read more
Research carried out by YouGov for education publishers Pearson has revealed that nearly a third of parents read a bedtime story to their child once a week or less. Read more
A poll of 1,000 children aged between 7 and 14, carried out by The Co-operative, revealed that 75% of the nation's children want to be educated more about wildlife and nature. Read more
Research carried out by Sainsbury's Car Insurance has discovered that the number of people who drink and drive remains steady. In 2012, 6% of drivers revealed they have got behind the wheel after drinking an alcoholic drink, the same figure as last year. A further 6% admitted to driving in the morning after drinking the night before. Nearly a... Read more
According to a new BBC poll, the average cost of English league football (the cheapest adult ticket) has risen by as much as 11.7% - more than five times the rate of inflation. Read more
National market research has shown that despite the weak economy and less police officers on the streets of Britain, crime is at its lowest recorded level since 1986. Read more
DJS Research Ltd, one of the north-west's leading market research agencies, has been highly commended for their client-focussed approach and desire to make the customer the centre of all their business processes. Read more
According to the recent state of trade survey carried out by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), the workload for small to medium house builders has again dropped considerably due to the recession. Read more
A recent study conducted by the student discount website studentbeans.com has found that nearly a third (32%) of students suffer from sleep deprivation as a result of financial worries. Read more
According to a recent survey conducted by YouGov for housing charity Shelter, more than 1.6 million adults aged between 20 and 40 are still living with their parents due to the fact they cannot afford to buy or rent a home. Read more
A survey of 3,000 small companies in the UK, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain and the US has revealed Britons enjoy the shortest work week as well as the least red tape. Read more
A survey by the Consumer Council, which focussed on Northern Ireland, has revealed that rising fuel prices have led to more than four in five (82%) motorists changing their driving habits. The market research study also found that an increasing number of drivers in Northern Ireland were shopping around for their fuel. Read more
Demand for gas in the EU is expected to remain relatively stable in 2012 when compared to 2011, suggest the latest research findings from Eurogas ' the body representing gas wholesale, retail and distribution sectors in the European Union. Read more
The latest survey by car insurance provider Admiral has revealed the most irritating drivers on UK roads, along with how motorcyclists are at a much increased risk of having serious accidents. Read more
According to the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA), the value of trade is equivalent to what it was in the first half of 2011, standing at £1.8 billion. Read more
A new study conducted by Colliers International, a global commercial real estate services company, found that parking rates in major cities continue to climb all over Canada. Four of Canada's cities were named in the top 10 priciest places to park in North America, with Calgary, Montreal, Toronto and Edmonton all making the cut. Read more
Almost one in five of Scots aged over 75 and living alone is unable to leave their house as a result of poor health, claims research carried out by WRVS, a charity and voluntary association which aims to help older people. Read more
The Department of Energy and Climate Change have found that nearly 500 million fewer litres of petrol were sold between April and June in comparison to the same period in 2011. Read more
A survey published today by business performance consultants Lane4 has discovered that British workers are coming under increasing pressure, with those in middle management positions suffering the worst stress. Read more
Survey findings released by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) Furniture & Electrical Stores, the UK's largest charity home retailer, has shed light on the current attitudes and activities of Britons living in the North of England when it comes to moving home. Read more
According to the latest study by website Tripadvisor.com, Gloucestershire and Somerset are some of the top places in the world for holiday rental accommodation. Read more
The Quarterly Price Survey (QPS) by independent price comparison service Energyhelpline.com has uncovered the worrying fact that the poorest areas in the UK are paying the highest prices for gas and electricity across the nation. Read more
New research released by McAfee, a security software company, and the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA), who surveyed 1,000 adult internet users in the U.S. suggests that nine out of 10 Americans do not feel protected on the web. Read more
A new study suggests that staff who arrive late to work are costing the economy £9 billion a year. Read more
A new study, conducted by the Pew Research Center's Project for Excellence in Journalism, has revealed that half of U.S adults now have access to the web via a smartphone or tablet. Read more
A nationwide survey commissioned by Family Investments has seen the Berkshire town of Wokingham crowned as the best place to live and bring up a family in the UK. Read more
Market research has shown that many Britons, especially younger children, are lacking in knowledge about a personas important to English culture as Shakespeare. Read more
New research carried out for the European Depression Association (EDA) has discovered that one in ten workers have taken time off work due to depression. Read more
The National Student Survey, commissioned annually by the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE), has discovered that 85% of UK students are content with their university courses. Read more
A recent study by Forumswindows8.com, an independent support site for Microsoft's new operating system, discovered that a mere one in four of those surveyed said that they preferred Windows 8 over the previous Windows 7 system. Read more
A recent survey of 2,000 people by the sweet brand Juicy Drop Pop has discovered the exact ages when we are most likely to prioritise fun. Read more
A survey carried out by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) revealed fewer firms think business conditions will improve in the next quarter. Read more
A recent survey carried out on behalf of UPS has found that around 85% of high-tech executives in the United States feel that President Obama is likely to meet his target of doubling exports in the sector by 2015. They cited a growing middle class desire for laptops, tablets, mobile phones and other technology in developing countries. Free... Read more
The Drivers Jonas Deloitte 2012 Crane Survey, which measures and forecasts construction output for the UK's five major cities, has seen Birmingham named as the "best performing city". Read more
Market research of 1,014 smartphone users by ad solution company Azullo has discovered that Britons are not being impacted by mobile advertising. Read more
A recent survey by MyVoucherCodes.co.uk has revealed that on average, every British adult spends £79,608 over the course of their lifetime on purchasing unnecessary items. Read more
A global survey of more than 3,000 independent professionals by recruitment firm Elance has shown that freelancers who work online are driving economic growth and they are also happier than permanent employees. Read more
VoicED, the market research community for education professionals, has entered the final stages of testing and refinement, and will be fully operational by the end of 2012. Read more
A survey of 262 schools carried out by Ofsted, the official body for inspecting schools, has revealed that just one-in-ten schools questioned felt that the cash ' worth £1.25 billion nationally ' was having a 'significant' effect on the quality of education. Read more
New research by Love to Learn, a website offering online courses for adults aged 50-plus, has shown that the legacy of grammar school entrance exams continued to have a powerful impact on people 40 years on. The research was carried out with more than 1000 people aged over 50. Read more
A poll of 1,016 adults in England, Scotland and Wales by the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has shown that the majority of respondents at 65% think that the Government's proposals for local or regional pay for public sector employees should be axed. Read more
A survey by the British Educational Suppliers Association (BESA) has now seen an increase in IT spending by UK schools for the first time since 2009. Read more
A global, year-long study into the retail habits and satisfaction levels of consumers by design consultancy Fitch has made some interesting discoveries about British shoppers. Read more
As part of a research project into Britain's favourite cars, a poll of 1,876 people from across the UK by www.Breakeryard.com has uncovered which vehicles are considered most appealing by the opposite sex. Read more
Global market research by web security firm Incapsula has demonstrated that the UK currently wears the dubious crown for launching the most cyber attacks per user session in the world. Read more
In April 2012 DJS Research Ltd carried out research with members of the Association of Marketing and Development in Independent Schools (AMDIS). AMDIS has members from over 400 institutions, representing around a fifth of independent schools in the UK according to 2010 figures. The survey focused on schools' use of market research and social... Read more
A pan-European study by IT company Imation has shown how employees respond and comply with security policies in the workplace. Read more
Market Research by YouGov on behalf of car insurer AXA, which aims to understand the UK culture of Personal Injury (PI) claims to reduce the pay-outs causing car insurance premiums to skyrocket, have discovered a concern over whiplash claims. Read more
A survey of 2,000 people by consumer group Which? has revealed the professions that Britons trust least. Read more
According to a survey by YouGov for Motor.co.uk, the London Olympics have had a positive impact on the public's perception of cyclists although this is dampened by safety issues - more than a third of motorists said they have reassessed their previously negative views about cyclists, but many say the activity is not safe on UK roads. Read more
Market Research by Which? has shown that major UK banks are still failing to rank high on the satisfaction test and are falling behind financial competitors such as online-only providers and large retailers. Read more
KPMG's annual IT Service Provider Performance Study has revealed that the UK continues to value outsourcing, while developing new reasons for doing so and different ways of going about it. Read more
Following the release of the results of the MRS Advanced Certificate by the Market Research Society, the world's leading market research association, DJS Research Ltd are pleased to announce that Matt Bristow, Laura Crowe, Alex McCluckie and Alex Noden have all successfully completed the course. In addition, Laura Crowe and Alex Noden both... Read more
Figures from the latest Which? customer satisfaction survey suggest that, despite dominating the UK banking market, the major high-street banks score below average in terms of their customer satisfaction ratings. Read more
A recent study carried out by the Federation of Small Businesses suggests that banks are refusing more than 2 in 5 applications for credit from small businesses in Britain. The survey, which found that half of the 2600 respondents were looking to expand in the next twelve months, showed that the number of refused credit applications increased to... Read more
A pan-European survey, led in the UK by the Universities of Manchester and Liverpool, has uncovered key health factors which they hope Government policymakers will address. Read more
Market research conducted by Vodafone UK has shown that following the Olympics when many employees were allowed to stay at home, Britons are keener than ever on the idea of flexible or remote working. Read more
An online survey by YouGov of 2,089 adults on behalf of Axa has revealed how Britons are pulling in their purse strings as many do not feel the economy will improve. Read more
A survey commissioned by the AA covering 18,080 of its members has revealed how different Britons treat their cars in terms of keeping them clean. Read more
A recent survey of more than 4,000 consumers by Market Force has shown that the flood of promotions by rival supermarkets actually confuses and frustrates many shoppers. Read more
A global survey by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), which measured how hard education professionals work, has found that Scottish teachers have one of the heaviest workloads in the world. Read more
Market Research on behalf of communications consultancy Open Road has discovered that both in print and online formats the Sun is the most read newspaper in the UK, however they are also the least trusted by the public. Read more
According to a survey of 200 HR directors across the UK by recruitment agency OfficeTeam, over one in four (28%) respondents admitted to not having a formal process in place to deal with employee stress and anxiety. Read more
A study that looked into the way modern society in 61 countries has been influenced by the web has discovered that its impact has been strongest in Sweden. Read more
According to figures released by GTM Research and the Solar Energy Industries Association, the amount of photovoltaic solar panels installed in the United States in the second quarter of 2012 reached 742 megawatts ' and increase of 230 megawatts on the first quarter of the year. GTM analysts suggested that by the end of 2012, 3,200 megawatts will... Read more
Research released by Gas Safe Register, the government approved registration scheme for gas engineers in the UK, suggests that unqualified engineers are putting lives at risk with poor workmanship. Read more
A new survey sponsored by Sleepio, an online sleep improvement programme which uses cognitive behavioural techniques, has shown that many Britons are long-term poor sleepers, while sleeping pills fail to help the insomnia of four in ten adults. Read more
A nationwide poll by YouGov on behalf of business law firm DWF has discovered that 45% of UK shoppers support longer Sunday opening hours on a permanent basis, instead of just during the recent London 2012 Olympic Games. Read more
Research among 6,861 gay and bisexual men from across Britian, carried out by Stonewall, the lesbian, gay and bisexual charity, provides a detailed look at gay and bisexual men's health. The research, which represents the largest survey of its type ever conducted in the world, included a wide range of individuals. 92% of respondents said they... Read more
A recent report released by Save The Children and entitled 'Child Poverty in 2012: It Shouldn't Happen Here' suggests that there are 3.5million children living in poverty in the UK, and that this figure is expected to rise by 400,000 by 2015. Read more
A survey of 5,000 small and medium-sized UK firms commissioned by the Business Finance Taskforce has discovered that many of these SMEs have cut back on borrowing in the past quarter. Read more
A study by charity organisation Nesta, which provides investments, grants, networks and mentoring resources to businesses, has found that many ambitious creative companies are being held back by a lack of business and planning skills. Read more
DJS Research Ltd is pleased to welcome two new staff - Tessa Montague, who joins the company as a Research Manager, and Maria Royse, who joins in the newly created role of Business Development Executive. Read more
Quantitative market research by the magazine Legal Business has found that law firms in the UK are enjoying record profits, despite the double-dip recession. Read more
Market research has seen the original Mini voted by Autocar.co.uk members as the greatest British car ever made. Read more
A nationwide survey of 160,000 Britons carried out on behalf of the Government has revealed that adults in Cambridge are more likely to cycle regularly than anywhere else in the UK. Read more
Research carried out by ICM Research on behalf of Third City shows that less than a quarter (24%) of Britons were able to name any sponsor of the Olympics when questioned on 11 and 12 July ' just over a fortnight prior to the beginning of the games. Read more
Market research by comparison website Findenergysavings.co.uk has discovered that the weak economy has left Britons struggling to meet the unprecedented price hikes levied by the 'Big Six' energy suppliers last year. Read more
Which? Travel magazine conducted a survey to find out the top heritage site in Britain ' rather than popular tourist landmarks such as the Tower of London or the Houses of Parliament, Stirling Castle in Scotland has won the crown. Read more
Market research by the Science Museum has discovered a substantial lack of public awareness regarding the inventions Britain is famous for ' this includes the Internet and television. Read more
Due to weak mortgage lending levels for first-time buyers and the generally poor economy preventing many Britons from being able to afford to get onto the property ladder, there has been a major increase in rental demand ' this is cause for celebration amongst landlords but consternation amongst tenants a new survey has found. Read more
A survey by recruitment company Robert Half has shown that despite the poor economy which includes the job market, CFOs and finance directors are concerned about retaining key staff. Read more
A survey published by Intellect, the trade association for the UK technology sector, has demonstrated optimism within IT businesses despite the poor state of the economy. Read more
A report based on a recent study of 600 firms by TextLocal has shown that that the majority of UK businesses are missing out on lucrative opportunities by being unaware of the high consumer conversion rates offered by SMS marketing. Read more
A poll of 1,049 adults (who have been abroad in the past year) by online travel agency www.sunshine.co.uk has discovered that air conditioning is the most crucial necessity for those researching holiday accommodation. Read more
A survey report has revealed the most affordable mortgage regions in Britain, with the Top 10 local authority districts all being located in Scotland. Read more
As part of its annual Survey of Motorists, a YouGov study on behalf of car insurance specialists Admiral has revealed a worrying attitude to driving fast amongst Britons, since many motorists see speed limits as simply a guide rather than law. Read more
The most recent State of Trade Survey by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has discovered a less than positive state of affairs amongst SMEs in the construction sector. Read more
DJS Research Ltd has been shortlisted in the Customer Focus category of the Cheshire Business Awards along with two other companies from the Cheshire area. The company was encouraged to enter following a decade of positive customer reviews and several recent developments in the way feedback is collected and displayed. Katie Isaacson, head of... Read more
According to a new survey of 1,000 working women in the UK between the ages of 18 to 60 by professional services firm Ernst & Young, women are facing not just one but several barriers in terms of reaching boardroom level in their careers. Read more
A survey of 4,000 UK consumers by Deloitte has uncovered some interesting findings about how Britons approach TV ' the findings add to growing evidence that TV with built-in Wi-Fi is failing to appeal as much as manufacturers would hope. Read more
According to a series of surveys commissioned by the Government, many people in the UK are needlessly losing money on their energy bills because they don't understand what smart meters are. Read more
A survey on behalf of online auction site eBay has resulted in the estimation that the popularity of social shopping is set to more-than double by 2014. Read more
Data from PricewaterhouseCoopers' '15th Annual Global CEO Survey' shows that industrial manufacturing CEOs are preparing their companies for growth. According to the research, carried out with CEOs and available on PwC's website, 72% of CEOs in this sector are changing strategy this year in order to make sure they remain competitive. In addition,... Read more
Market research data for the chemical sector, released by Cefic (The European Chemical Industry Council), suggests that outputs in the EU have fallen by 2.1% in the first five months of 2012 compared to 2011. The report, released in August 2012, shows that EU chemical production in May has fallen by 0.7% when compared to the previous year, and is... Read more
The latest National Barometer carried out by the Manufacturing Advisory Service suggests that growth is still possible for manufacturing SMEs in England. Read more
Published by Motor Trader and British Gas, a new survey has shown that many Britons would consider switching to an Electric Vehicle (EV). Read more
A new report, 'Engaging the Modern Manufacturing Workforce' commissioned by Kronos incorporated and conducted by IDC reveals that 92 percent of Indians felt the manufacturing sector was a practical career option. Australia and China were ranked the lowest, with only 74 percent and 70 percent respectively feeling that the sector represented a good... Read more
A new poll by travel search website Skyscanner has uncovered the nation's best and worst airports over the last 12 months when it comes to being made to feel welcome. Read more
A new report by GBI Research suggests that global demand for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) is expected to reach almost 50 million tons by 2020, showing a compound annual growth rate of 4.9% between 2011 and the end of this decade. PVC is used for a wide range of applications, including pipes, packaging, electrical insulation and in the automotive and... Read more
According to figures released by Nova-Institute, seven sites across the globe will have the capacity to produce 50,000 tonnes per year of bio plastics by 2020, and the worldwide production capacity will reach 800,000 tonnes per year ' with the capacity of rising to 950,000 tonnes per year in order to meet concrete requests from customers. The... Read more
A survey carried out by Michael Page Engineering and Manufacturing suggests that salaries and headcount in the UK engineering sector will increase in 2012. Read more
Property and construction market research, carried out by/for Reed Global for their 'Property and Construction Market Insight 2012' report, gives details on the state of employment in the property and construction sector. Some elements of the research were carried out by Opinion Matters. Read more
A new poll by news provider ISPreview.co.uk has seen Virgin Media take the crown for top home broadband provider amongst Britons. Read more
A survey by the University of Worcester which questioned 2,000 UK adults has discovered the books that parents most want their children to read. Read more
According to the Ceresana Industry Monitor (CIM), carried out between July 2nd and July 15th 2012 among business from 41 countries, fewer members of the chemicals and plastics industry are optimistic about their business, as problems in Europe continue to hinder global trade. Read more
According to VisitEngland's Annual Visitor Attractions Survey, admissions to England's visitor attractions rose by 3 per cent in 2011. Read more
Data released by Amazon indicates that inclusion in the Kindle Owners' Lending Library not only generates additional revenue from loans for authors, but actually increases customer purchases of an author's work as well. Read more
Research by industry watchers Strategy Analytics suggests revenue from music streaming services such as Spotify will generate £696m in 2012, a rise of 40 percent. Read more
Almost nine out of 10 people believe that the Olympics being on home soil helped British athletes to their greatest performance for over a century; a survey of 13,473 respondents by LightSpeed Research has shown. 89 per cent of the population thought that the patriotic home crowds had helped to boost the British tally of gold medals. Read more
Research findings from Oil & Gas UK's Economic Report 2012 provide a detailed look at the UK oil and gas industry. According to the report, oil and gas currently provides some 73 per cent of the UK's total primary energy. Some of the key figures from the report are outlined below. Read more
On the 5th August 2012 we were selected by Theo Paphitis to be one of six winners of his #SBS (Small Business Sunday) competition. We sent him a tweet telling him about the DJS story and it captured his attention. He thought our company sounded interesting and re?tweeted our message to his 230,000 followers. As a result, we have seen a... Read more
On the 5th August 2012 we were selected by Theo Paphitis to be one of six winners of his #SBS competition. We sent him a tweet telling him about the DJS story and it captured his attention. He thought our company sounded interesting and re?tweeted our message to his 230,000 followers. As a result, we have seen a significant boost in our social... Read more
A study by holiday booking website Latedeals.co.uk, which questioned 1,000 Britons, has discovered that instead of experiencing romance and renewed closeness while on holiday, couples tend to have more disagreements. Read more
According to a recent survey by Staples UK, overly informal emails in the office are frowned on by clients and leave a negative impression. Read more
A poll of 2,000 British adults by Freeview to measure the British Pride Index has shown that this year's London Olympic Games have caused a major boost to the nation's pride. Read more
A global survey on behalf of Thales e-Security, which questioned 4,000 professionals from the UK, US, France, Germany, Australia, Japan and Brazil, has discovered that almost 50% of organisations now opt for cloud-based services when it comes to sensitive and confidential information. Read more
A shopper insights study by global consumer engagement and incentives company Parago has revealed that the majority of UK consumers have grown more price sensitive in the last twelve months, prompting an eagerness to hunt down bargains and make careful price comparisons before completing a purchase. Read more
The latest annual reliability survey by What Car? Magazine has seen Mazda's MX-5 sports car win the crown over more than 50,000 other vehicle contenders. Read more
A survey focused on understanding the drinking habits of Britons by ale campaign group Camra has revealed that pubs face a major downturn because many people are now increasingly likely to opt for cheap alcohol at home. Read more
On Friday 3rd August, the position of DJS Research Ltd as a leading northern market research agency was recognised at the official opening of the company's new offices in Strines, Stockport. The market research company, which began as a one-man enterprise in a shed, moved in to the new premises for the third time in a decade at the end of April.... Read more
A survey of 1,000 children and parents by money-saving website MyFamilyClub has found that the UK's youth are responding to the tough economic climate by becoming thriftier with saving than most adults. Read more
The latest survey by TripAdvisor has discovered what irritates Britons most when taking a flight ' the top annoyance is having to tolerate unruly children. Read more
An online poll of 2,018 adult Britons on behalf of Time Investments has found that while more people are using the services of charities, there has been a marked decrease in donations by the public. Read more
A survey by SJD Accountancy has shown that despite the weak state of the current economy, UK contract workers have a positive outlook. Read more
A survey of more than 27,000 frequent travellers by Hotels.com has found that Japanese food is gaining in favour internationally amongst cosmopolitan palates. Read more
Despite the Government launching an awareness raising initiative called 'Three Million Lives Campaign' in January this year, a survey of more than 2,000 UK adults by YouGov has revealed that the 'vast majority' of Britons at 91% have never heard of telehealth or telecare. Read more
A new poll by women's fashion retailer Lovarni.com, which looked into UK social shopping habits, has revealed that despite living in an 'age of interconnectivity', many women prefer to keep tight-lipped about where they find their fashion bargains online - for fear of friends stealing their style. Read more
According to a study by the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA), the average length of tenancy in the UK has risen to a record high. Read more
The latest survey by What Car? and Warranty Direct has revealed that Britons vote Japanese brands as the most reliable used cars to own. Read more
Market research to ascertain a risk index by global insurance provider Zurich has shown that approximately 84% of small to medium business owners in the UK are concerned about the nation's current economic climate. Read more
According to a YouGov poll commissioned by Skype, many adults fail to update their software when prompted to do so. Read more
The Office for National Statistics (ONS), commissioned to carry out market research that measures 'national wellbeing' beyond economic indicators like GDP, has now published its first results. Read more
The Salary Survey for 2012 by recruitment company Robert Walters has shown that UK salary rises have not kept pace with inflation over the past year, although contractors are faring better. Read more
According to a recent survey by online travel agent On the Beach, many Britons are still defiantly ignoring health warnings by failing to protect their skin with adequate SPF protection while on holiday. Read more
According to a recent survey by online travel agent On the Beach, many Britons are still defiantly ignoring health warnings by failing to protect their skin with adequate SPF protection while on holiday. Read more
A new survey by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has demonstrated that despite the Government attempting to give the construction sector a boost through new investment, UK infrastructure projects have not improved in the second quarter of 2012. Read more
A survey by consumer watchdog Ofcom has shown that mobile devices continue to be much sought after in the UK as there has been a sharp increase in households using tablets and smartphones over the last 12 months. Read more
Report findings resulting from a survey of over 1,000 managers in 2007 and 2012 by the Chartered Management Institute and Simplyhealth have uncovered the negative impact of the recession on UK professionals. Read more
A survey of 402 businesses on behalf of the UK arm of General Electric has shown that economic growth in Britain is being held back because successful manufacturing companies are unable to recruit enough suitable technicians and engineers. Read more
According to the latest government survey by the Home Office, a third of visas that have been given to overseas students should never have been issued as they "lack credibility". Read more
According to a new survey by law firm Labaton Sucharow, a quarter of senior executives see wrongdoing in the workplace as not only natural, but a key to success. Read more
The latest NHS survey has discovered that many Britons are wasting time and resources by visiting their GP for ailments such as blocked noses and even dandruff. Read more
An in-depth survey of over 2,100 energy consumers across the UK has shown that British households are wasting £4 Billionper year by failing toswitch to the most economical energy provider. Read more
Called the IPA Bellwether survey, a study based on the quarterly responses of marketing executives at around 300 UK-based companies has shown that marketing budgets are now being reduced for the first time in a year due to economic pessimism. Read more
A survey of 2,000 Britons on behalf of the Benenden Healthcare Society has revealed a serious lack of public confidence in the future of the NHS. Read more
According to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors latest study, housing prices are easing for prospective buyers throughout the UK, except for London. Read more
DJS Research Ltd have been informed that they have been successful in their application to appear on The Competition Commission's Framework Agreement for the provision of market research services to assist the Commission in its enquiries. The agreement will last for a minimum of three years, with the option to add an additional year ' during... Read more
Market research by cheese manufacturer Primula has revealed that the majority of the UK workforce are now halving the time they take for lunch. Read more
The latest AA survey has shown that wealthier drivers in the UK are guilty of not washing their vehicles, while poorer Britons are more proud of their cars. Read more
A poll of 2,000 people by packing manufacturer Tetra Pak has shown that even though 95% of people think recycling is important, a third of Britons can't be bothered with it. Read more
A survey of 400 Americans, carried out by 'Ask Your Target Market', recently enquired about participation in loyalty card schemes. Read more
Research from YouGov, commissioned by Links of London, has revealed that most adults in the UK feel that they have a key group of five or less friends who they could go to for advice and support in a crisis ' despite some of them having over 100 friends on social media sites. Read more
GfK NOP were commissioned by The Charity Commission to look in to collaboration between small charities. A charity with an annual income of less than £250,000 is considered to be small. 91% of charities fall into this category. Read more
Mercer's latest Cost of Living Survey has uncovered the most expensive cities in the world for expatriates according to current statistics. Read more
A survey by car valuation company Glass.co.uk has revealed that many UK drivers are near 'breaking point' when it comes to paying for rising petrol costs. Read more
Research published by the National Council for Voluntary Organisations and the Charities Aid Foundation gives the total amount of money donated by UK residents in 2011 to be £11 billion. Read more
The results of a YouGov poll of almost 1,800 people suggest that not only is football talk uninteresting for the majority of people in England but can also be considered rude. Read more
Research has recently been carried out by Mercer in to the cost of living in various cities across the world. Their research looks at 214 cities across five continents and measures the comparative costs of 200 items including food, drink, entertainment, transport, clothes and property. Read more
Following a recent overhaul, we are now able to offer sector specific market research insights on our website ' Market Research Insights. Read more
DJS Research Ltd would like to congratulate Bethan Turner who has been accepted in to the Royal Statistical Society with immediate effect. As a member of the Society with Graduate Statistician status, Bethan is now entitled to use the designation GradStat after her name. Read more
Research commissioned by the Royal National Institute of the Blind and carried out by LISU has shown a huge lack of resources for visually impaired children in secondary schools. There are 20,000 children in the UK aged 5-16 who suffer from some form of visual impairment. Read more
A survey of UK shoppers' attitudes to charity shops conducted by the University of West England has revealed that men generally shun these types of retail outlets, even though they don't exactly know why. Read more
Market research has discovered that Generation Y, or 18-34 year olds, are snubbing their noses at the current economic downturn by going out to eat and drink 29% more often than last year. Read more
Having shown sustained growth throughout the previous two to three years, DJS Research Ltd today unveiled plans to relocate to larger premises situated in Strines and connected to both Manchester and Sheffield via rail. The new offices will allow for an expanded operations team ' in particular a CATI unit allowing for as many as 45 individual... Read more
DJS Research Ltd is pleased to announce the arrival of Kathryn Hadfield, Junior Data Services Executive, and the simultaneous promotions of Laura Crowe, now a Research Executive, and Alistair Smith, now a Data Services Executive. Read more
At DJS Research Ltd we appreciate not only the people who make up our clientele or those who supply our offices, but also our network of field-interviewers, telephone-interviewers, and, most importantly, the people who respond to our research. Read more
For further information about our latest job vacancies, please visit: http://www.djsresearch.co.uk/careers Read more
DJS Research would like to thank the numerous individuals, families and companies who donated so generously to our team who completed the Tatton Park Triathlon in September 2011. All the money raised has now been delivered to CLIC Sargent and Missing People. That it has taken this long to come to a final figure for donations is testament to the... Read more
Following the conclusion of the hit BBC show, DJS Research Ltd is pleased to announce the arrival of its own young apprentice, Elysha King. The sixteen year old, who spends one day a week studying at Stockport College, is working towards an apprenticeship in Business and Administration. Elysha, who has taken on the role of Accounts Assistant at... Read more
We are currently looking to recruit a Finance Manager to join DJS Research Ltd. Further details can be found here: http://www.djsresearch.co.uk/careers/job/15 Read more
We are pleased to welcome Charlotte Hamilton, Julie Rundall and Bethan Turner as the newest members of the research team: Read more
We are continuing to build our business by offering quality research services and by attracting exceptionally high levels of repeat business. Client satisfaction forms that we send out after every project continue to come back positive. Read more
We would like to take this opportunity in welcoming two new starters at the company... Richard Slater, Finance and HR Manager. Richard is a fully qualified Accountant and has worked as an Auditor and Financial Accountant for 15+ years. Richard will play an integral part in helping us to grow and take the business forward. Annie Young, Trainee... Read more
Due to the continuing growth of the company we will soon be moving to larger offices. We have sourced some new office space based in Strines, Cheshire - not far from our existing office. Read more
We are currently conducting our own piece of research to examine consumer attitudes towards the 2012 hosepipe ban. In the main the research will cover the following topics: - Likelihood to comply with the water shortage ban - Whether customers would speak to their water company if they knew of a neighbour who was ignoring the hosepipe ban -... Read more
We have experienced yet another exceptional year of growth at DJS Research Ltd, with turnover now reaching £1.9 million (compared with £450K three years ago). Read more
DJS Research Ltd have recently completed a market research project for the Forestry Commission Scotland. Tom Wallace, the Project Manager on the client side, applauded the agency's efficiency and flexibility: Read more
Over the past year we at DJS have received a lot of very positive feedback concerning our interviewers. On several occasions, clients have visited our offices and been able to observe our telephone interviewers at work. On more than one occasion, the attitude, experience and personal skills of our interviewers has been noted by those visiting... Read more
Research carried out by DJS Research Ltd, relating to the recent implementation of hosepipe bans across some of the country, has revealed widely divergent opinions towards the provision of water and the lengths to which people will go to defend these opinions. DJS Research interviewed 504 respondents across the South, South East and East Anglia,... Read more
Almost a year ago to the day, DJS Research Ltd unveiled its Graduate Recruitment Scheme in an effort to forge a company based on exceptional and motivated staff, whilst giving young and talented researchers an opportunity to make their name in the research industry. Read more
Data from a study carried out by DJS Research Ltd for The Open University was used in the launch of the University's new video campaign entitled 'Ways to Pay', which is designed to widen awareness of the many flexible ways people can pay for part-time study. This represents a further addition to the agency's strong research expertise in the... Read more
Despite the harsh economic climate and having recently moved offices, DJS Research Ltd continues to offer aspiring researchers the opportunity to gain experience in a real-world environment. Matt Kells, having completed his first year studying History at the University of Leeds, will be joining the consultancy for a period of two weeks in June.... Read more
On Monday 14 May 2012, James Hinde, Research Director at DJS Research Ltd, a leading market research agency based in Cheshire, gave a presentation at the Association for Marketing and Development in Independent Schools' (AMDIS) annual conference. The presentation, which discussed the use of market research techniques to inform decision making in... Read more
A new market research report has been published which demonstrates that British theatre continues to rise resiliently above the recession, in sharp contrast to the losses suffered by restaurants, clubs and pubs. Read more
The UK based Academic Publisher Sage has now launched a cross-community network hub with the aim of connecting all industries that have an interest in social science. Read more
A poll of over 2,500 Britons by car hire comparison website Carrentals.co.uk has uncovered the rising trend of many people choosing to holiday in the UK and Ireland over going abroad. Read more
The Department of Health's national GP patient survey, which analysed 11 million patient responses, has given rise to a useful new iPhone app that rates all 8,344 GP surgeries across the UK. Read more
The Campaign for Better Transport (CBT) has conducted a new survey which reveals the happiness rankings for rail commuters in different cities across the UK. Read more
According to market research by energy firm E.ON, modern girls are more interested in computers than Barbies. Read more
A new survey on behalf of car insurance provider RAC has discovered that for every day it rains in summer, it costs an additional £25 million for motoring in the UK. Read more
According to a new government study which surveyed 1,600 teachers in the UK, pupil behaviour has improved compared to four years ago. Read more
Ground-breaking market research into the UK's energy use has uncovered some shocking data - the nation is currently wasting £13 billion every year unnecessarily due to homeowners leaving gadgets on standby. Read more
According to graduate careers site TARGETjobsIT.co.uk, there is a lack of work experience opportunities in the technology industry and it is deterring many undergraduates from pursuing a career in the sector. Read more
A new audience survey by entertainment marketing agency Aka has discovered that in addition to visitors flocking to London for the upcoming Olympic Games, they are also keen on exploring the capital's renowned museums and theatres. Read more
A survey commissioned by Crucial.com has discovered high levels of anger and frustration amongst British computer owners ' indicating that DIY know-how should extend beyond home improvements to PC memory upgrades. Read more
Ahead of the upcoming Bank Holidays weekends in April, May and June when more 52% of UK householders are planning DIY projects, a new survey by HSBC cautions that the potential increase in property value resulting from home improvements has fallen in the past year. Read more
Following a recent public poll, Port Enyon Bay on the Gower Peninsula in Wales has won top place in the 2011 Cadbury Flake 99 Great British Beach Awards. Read more
The royal family have been crowded Britain's greatest legacy in a recent poll by Cancer Research UK. Read more
A survey for the annual Post Office Travel Money's Motoring On The Continent Report has uncovered the state of petrol prices in the UK and Europe. Read more
An independent study for Thinkbox, the UK's marketing body for commercial TV, has shown that Britons who watch telly while at the same time using an Internet-connected device (such as a smartphone or tablet) are less likely to change the channel during ad breaks. Read more
The UK manufacturing sector is continuing to experience fluctuations, according to a new survey published today. Read more
According to a survey of the general UK population by software developer Adobe, people are increasingly under pressure at work to do more rather than act creatively. Read more
A Citizens Advice Scotland survey has revealed that people in rural Scotland are being given the short end of the stick compared to the rest of the nation when it comes to online delivery this Christmas. Read more
The latest market research by communications regulator Ofcom has discovered that Britons are increasingly using the Internet to obtain all manner of goods and services, including online TV. Read more
A survey by travel company HolidayExtra.com has revealed that over the past 12 months, around six-and-a-half million Britons are failing to switch off their mobile phones when flying in and out of the UK. Read more
A survey of more than 2,000 UK workers by recruitment company Robert Walters has found that marketers tend to be the most confident, ambitious and hard working in their jobs. Read more
According to the Benenden Healthcare Society poll of 2,000 respondents conducted recently, the average Briton will eat an average of 46 takeaway dishes each year, amounting to a spend of £17,250. Read more
The latest poll by Sky Movies has uncovered the Hollywood celebrities that Britons would most like to invite to their homes for Christmas. Read more
According to a new survey of 2,000 people by online comparison site Governor Money, Britons have lost an estimated £12bn in interest payments by failing to put their money into optimal savings accounts. Read more
A poll of 1,000 people by Gala Bingo has revealed that when it comes to taking a holiday, Britons prefer foreign destinations. Read more
For the last 5 years we have created and developed a national piece of research that has highlighted the importance of an Education Programme called Give & Let Live. Read more
A study by Dell and Intel which looked at people's response to tech in the workplace has found that Britons fear their work email is being monitored by their employers more than most other countries. Read more
Insolvency specialists R3 have conducted a survey which reveals the dangerous trend of Britons taking out payday loans just to get by ' with some companies charging as much as 4,000% on their interest rates, debt professionals are urging serious caution. Read more
A new survey byAXA Car Insurance has found that many of the towns and cities in Wales are rated worst in the nation for both parking and driver aggression. Read more
Following the scandal last week where the Carrier IQ app was found to be logging what smartphone users are doing on their devices without their permission, a new survey has demonstrated what users feel about being tracked. Read more
According to survey figures that have just been announced by Eurostat, the weight profile of the UK female population is significantly worse than that of their European counterparts. Read more
The PricewaterhouseCoopers Global Economic Crime Survey has revealed that cybercrime is now the third biggest crime affecting UK businesses. Read more
We are currently looking for Senior Researchers and Graduates. To apply please use our application forms: http://www.djsresearch.co.uk/careers Read more
Conducted by GoodMobilePhones.co.uk, a survey of 1,694 Britons over the age of 18 about their satisfaction levels as owners of an Apple iPhone has revealed that approximately a quarter have regrets about their purchase. Read more
Conducted by used car programme Nissan CARED4A, a survey of 1,000 people has uncovered a lack of community spirit in Britain compare to previous generations. Read more
The latest customer satisfaction survey by independent media regulatory body Ofcom has ranked the UK's leading communications providers, with Sky taking the crown and Virgin Media coming in second. Read more
A survey commissioned by the Dubai tourism authorities has discovered that Britons abroad tend to opt for junk food rather than trying local culinary flavours. Read more
A survey carried out by Experian has revealed some interesting insights into what makes a start-up company successful. Read more
As part of their campaign called 'A Fair Tax on Flying', ABTA has conducted a survey which shows that the majority of the public (69%) are dissatisfied with the exorbitant aviation taxes they have to pay when flying from the UK. Read more
An online poll of 1,500 mobile broadband users in the UK by BroadbandGenie has discovered substantial dissatisfaction with slow performance speeds. Read more
It has been announced this week that Amazon UK has yet again won the top spot for most popular retail website in the IMRG Experian Hot Shop survey. Read more
A Money Mood Survey of 1,000 adults on behalf of Legal & General has found that a third of British households will be tightening their purse strings this upcoming festive season. Read more
A poll of 3,000 Britons by Crown Carveries has measured the public's pudding habits ' it found that seven in ten women spend up to 20 minutes deciding whether to have a dessert in a restaurant. Read more
A nationwide survey of over 2,300 motorists on behalf of car hire comparison site Carrentals.co.uk has found that many Britons are cutting back on crucial vehicle repairs to save money, putting them at risk on the roads. Read more
A survey by recruitment company Adecco has shown that as many as three-quarters of UK employers believe there is an emerging permanent 'underclass' of people who are not employable. Read more
According to a recent poll by the Confederation of British Industries (CBI), almost half of UK companies are planning to increase their workforce by the start of next year. Read more
The latest Cheapflights.co.uk survey of 15,124 Britons has revealed this year's top five preferred sun destinations to escape the gloomy winter weather. Read more
A new study by comparison website GoodMobilePhones.co.uk has uncovered an embarrassing fact - almost half of all water-damaged phones in the UK have resulted from ending up in the toilet bowl. Read more
A recent survey commissioned by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has demonstrated a positive shift in the public's perception of CCTV following the August riots. Read more
A survey by business analytics company SAS has shown that retailers should focus on the male demographic in the run-up to Christmas as it is men who will be doing much of the shopping while their female counterparts ready the home, organise decorations, wrap presents and prepare food. Read more
A global healthcare survey covering 11 high-income countries has found the UK to be top when it comes to treating patients with complex problems. Read more
In the run-up to Christmas 2011, a poll carried out by money saving website DiscountVouchers.co.uk has revealed the top bug bears that the British public experience over the festive season. Read more
In an effort to help reduce the amount of food waste created in the UK, grocery retailer Sainsbury's has completed a survey of 2,000 Britons to better understand consumer shopping and food binning habits. Read more
A poll by Internet freelance recruitment service Elance has shown that the UK takes on more online contractors than anywhere else in Europe. Read more
A survey y CCS Insight has shown that tablets have become a popular British lifestyle choice, with 95% of the 4,500 respondents who took part in the study using their tablet for at least an hour every day. Read more
A survey by travel website Trip Advisor has found Liverpool rated top city for the best nightlife in the UK. Read more
A new survey of 1,000 British adults on behalf of Aviva has found that 66% of UK households use their garages to store possessions rather than to park their car. Read more
A survey commissioned by Santander Insurance has revealed that many people are jittery about Halloween trick or treating. Read more
In contrast to the popular belief that 'life begins at 40', a new poll has revealed that 38 is the age at which Britons feel most content with their lives. Read more
To mark the launch of a book which tells the story of language called Planet Word, researchers surveyed 2,000 adults on their use of words. Read more
A poll carried out by analysts Sidona Group as part of National Customer Service Week has found that there is a 'clear need' for enhanced staff training in preparation for the 2012 Olympic Games. Read more
Woolworths.co.uk has carried out a poll of 2,000 parents to discover the party habits of British families - it found that Halloween is now the second most popular family festivity, beat only by Christmas. Read more
Following the results of a Department for Transport survey which found a marked decrease in the amount of walking that Britons engage in, scientists fear that cancer rates in the UK will rise. Read more
Following a survey by watchdog ICO of 2,500 UK-based individuals and 800 businesses, a report warns that consumer trust is plummeting due to a massive 58% increase in data security breaches this year. Read more
Lifestyle site AskMen.com commissioned a poll of 7,200 British men aged between 18 and 40 to uncover this year's Top 49 Most Influential Men. Read more
In the run-up to the festive season, the HSBC Christmas Spending Survey has uncovered the shopping plans for Britons this year. Read more
As mobile payment systems (NFC technology) are being prepared to hit the UK in a big way, a poll of over one thousand UK adults by Intersperience has revealed that only 17% (less than one in five) are interested in taking up this new mobile wallet scheme. Read more
Coinciding with National Baking Week which runs from 17-23 October, survey results have today been released which surprisingly demonstrate that a baking renaissance is being driven by the younger generation. Read more
A recent survey by ABTA, The Travel Agency Trade Association, has revealed that 80% of British citizens travelling overseas opt not to purchase travel insurance. Read more
High street retailer Wilkinson has carried out a poll on UK dog owners about their holiday plans ' the results show that most Britons would rather remain in the UK than leave their beloved pets home alone. Read more
A nationwide poll of 2 000 men and women across the UK by Unipart Automotive in conjunction with National Car Care Week has revealed that South East drivers have the biggest lack of knowledge when it comes to car maintenance. Read more
DJS Research Ltd are pleased to welcome Charlotte Sykes as the newest member of the research team. Charlotte joins the DJS team with a degree in English and French from The University of Oxford, supported by an MBA. She specialises in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, and previous roles in marketing have furnished her with... Read more
A survey of IT professionals by data recovery provider Kroll Ontrack has shown that 65% of organisations have frequently experienced data loss from virtual environments in the last 12 months. Read more
According to a recent survey by insurance company Sheilas' Wheels, one in eight Britons believe that their partner spends more time on his/her smartphone than with them. Read more
This year's ABTA Consumer Trends Survey has found Spain remaining in top position as the number-one family holiday destination; however Britain is not far behind in the running. Read more
The annual PC Pro Excellence Awards have seen Virgin Media and 3 Mobile announced as the UK's best mobile broadband providers at a ceremony in London last night. Read more
Research by The Campaign for Better Transport (CBT), which examined the public transport of 13 cities across Europe, has found the UK to be the most car-dependent country in Europe. Read more
DJS Research Ltd have recently completed a research project for Customer Faithful Ltd. Customer Faithful specialise in learning what customers want from an organisation and utilising that knowledge to increase loyalty. In keeping with our previous record in terms of client satisfaction, Rick Harris, Managing Director of Customer Faithful, stated... Read more
We are currently looking to recruit further staff to work within our in-house UK telephone unit. In particular, we are keen to hear from candidates that can speak a foreign langauge to help us undertake a number of international telephone interviews. Read more
A poll of 2,000 people by packing manufacturer Tetra Pak has shown that even though 95% of people think recycling is important, a third of Britons can't be bothered with it. Read more
A UK survey of 1000 teachers commissioned by parenting club Bounty has discovered the names of children that are most commonly found to be troublemakers in class. Read more
A Populous poll conducted in August has revealed that 41% of people think that the benefits of nuclear power are greater than the risks. Read more
The latest national health survey has revealed adults in the Gateshead and Tamworth boroughs to have the highest rates of obesity in the country. Read more
A poll of more than 6,000 Britons for World Book Night has uncovered the nation's best-loved books, with Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird topping the list. Read more
User-generated entertainment and lifestyle ratings website Zagat has today released the findings of their annual London Restaurants Survey. Read more
A survey by The Times Educational Supplement has revealed that both parents and schoolchildren have voted for teachers to take tougher measures when it comes to classroom discipline Read more
A study by UK online matchmaking site SingleMe has found that people in their thirties and forties increasingly view the use of an Internet dating service as socially acceptable. Read more
According to a recent study by IBM Institute for Business Value, there is growing demand for medical and healthcare devices for those who want to reduce costs and take more control over their health. This is driven by information seekers - people increasingly turning to technology to help manage health-related challenges and reach their wellness... Read more
To celebrate British Food Fortnight, which runs from 17th September to 2nd October, a poll of over 22,000 people has uncovered the winner of the year for the UK's favourite food spot. Read more
To coincide with the release of its Apple iPad Internet security product for schools, Westcoastcloud conducted a survey of 2,000 UK parents who have children under the age of ten. Read more
A new survey by security specialist Check Point has shown that not enough businesses are adequately aware of the dangers of social engineering attacks. Read more
A global survey commissioned by Cisco of college students and professionals who are 30 years old or younger, has discovered that British students are the most easily distracted by social media. Read more
A new poll by officebroker.com, which asked decision makers at 200 UK firms whether they believed the reality shows such as The Apprentice and Dragons' Den offered an accurate portrayal of the business world, has revealed that these types of broadcasts are not generally viewed as helpful Read more
A new survey by Family Investments has found the West Country village of Winkleigh, in Devon,to be the best place in the UK to bring up children. Read more
A new international poll by Experian has revealed that Britons are not as mad about social networking as previously thought. Read more
The annual Superbrands survey has found Aston Martin voted as the UK's 'coolest' brand. The company beat Apple (in second place) to win the title for the second year running. Read more
UK comparison website uSwitch has conducted a survey to rank the quality of life in European countries, with the UK coming last on the list for the second year in a row. Read more
According to a new YouGov study, despite manufacturers and the government itself pushing 3D into the consumer marketplace, the UK public is not warming to the idea - 3D movies are still viewed as gimmicky. Read more
According to the latest Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) Residential Lettings Survey, the cost of renting a property in the UK has risen due to tenant demand outstripping the number of homes available on the rental market. Read more
A survey by Kelkoo, which posed a wide range of questions to 1,057 parents to learn about the daily activities and capabilities of children, has revealed some curious anomalies. Read more
According to the latest Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) Residential Lettings Survey, the cost of renting a property in the UK has risen due to tenant demand outstripping the number of homes available on the rental market. Read more
A poll conducted by Touchnote, which looked at the current popularity of sending postcards by their UK, US and German customers, has revealed some interesting results. Read more
This year's annual matrimonial survey by accountancy firm Grant Thornton has revealed that for the first time so far, growing apart or falling out of love is the number one cause of divorce instead of infidelity. Read more
A poll on behalf of the Metro newspaper has revealed that the British public blames poor parenting and lack of discipline at school for the recent riots that shook the UK, rather than police harassment or poverty gaps. Read more
Consumer Focus surveyed 1,878 consumers in May 2011 about their views on doorstep sales, with a particular focus on the energy sector. Four fifths (82 per cent) of consumers have a negative view about any form of doorstep sales visits, a drop from 2009 when the survey was undertaken last. Read more
On June 22nd 2011 Ali Sims, who heads up Utilities Research at DJS Research Ltd attended the Market Force Smart Metering Update in London. The following details the results of an on going set of surveys being carried out by Ernst and Young; asking over 2000 consumers their attitudes towards Smart Metering. Read more
A YouGov survey on behalf of Firstsource Solutions has discovered that 30% of Britons would rather lose their wallet than their smartphone. Read more
DJS Research Ltd have recently completed a research project for Expense Reduction Analysts. The project was a mixture of qualitative and quantitative methodologies, and covered the length and breadth of the country. Read more
DJS Research Ltd are Corporate Partners of the Market Research Benevolent Association (MRBA); the market research industry's independent, registered charity which provides financial assistance to people who work or who have worked in the industry. Read more
A survey by The National Literacy Trust on has found that children much prefer reading emails and text messages to books. Read more
The latest employers' survey by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) has shown that the ailing economy is causing an increasing long-term demand for flexible staff, along with the downgrading of a permanent workforce. Read more
The Scottish government has conducted a survey which links mums spending long hours at work with their children being overweight. Read more
In preparation for the upcoming last bank holiday of the year, when thousands of UK homeowners will spend the long weekend cracking on with decorating tasks they've been putting off, retailer Frogtape conducted a poll which reveals people's DIY attitudes. Read more
A survey by comparison website Which? has uncovered a disturbing lack of understanding about the ticketing process for the upcoming London Olympics.. Read more
A survey of 2767 adults, carried out by YouGov, has shown that around half (46%) of British people believe that the proportion of young people who go on to university from further education is too high. A quarter (23%) feel the number going to university is correct, while just 13% feel too few are attending. Read more
A survey of over eight hundred consumers has found that many broadband users in the UK have not seen any improvement in their broadband speeds over the past three years, despite technological advancements. Read more
A poll by LOVEFiLM has revealed the UK's Top 10 list of TV series, with gritty HBO crime show The Wire wearing the crown as best loved show of all time. Read more
An online poll carried out by LoveHateTravel.co.uk has shown that most commuters are increasingly concerned about chaos during the 2012 Olympic Games and want to see conference calling to bypass this the high volumes of crowds that will be flooding in and around London. Read more
A new poll on behalf of the LA fitness gym chain, which has more than 80 branches across the UK, has found 66-year-old Oscar-winning actress Dame Helen Mirren named "Body of the Year". Read more
A BBC survey has measured the varying costs that football clubs charge on matchdays. The Premier League meanwhile has defended the contrasting prices by saying that clubs try to pitch fees at different levels for fans with different budgets. Read more
New research based on a survey of 2,000 UK consumers on behalf of Barclays has found that one in eight don't carry any cash and half believe that coins and notes will become obsolete in the future. Read more
A market research survey on behalf of PopCap has revealed that more than half of Europe's adults are gamers, indicating that the games industry is one of the fastest growing in the world. Read more
An independent YouGov poll has provided the biggest indication yet that the majority of Britons, at 52%, would vote in a referendum for the UK to leave the EU. Read more
Following the shocking riots within the UK for the past few days, a YouGov survey of 2,534 British adults has revealed that the majority of people think stronger force should be used to stamp out the criminal element and ensure order. Read more
A survey by the Museums Association has uncovered a cultural threat ' one fifth of UK museums have had their funding cut by at least 25% in the past nine months. Read more
The latest Ofcom customer service poll on major mobile and Internet providers has found T-Mobile ranked highest in satisfaction levels and 3 at the lowest end of the scale. Read more
A new poll of 1,058 people by 'Chaat!', the in-house magazine of the British Curry Club, has discovered the current top choice of Britons in Indian restaurants. Read more
According to a poll by comparison site Carrentals.co.uk, 1 in 3 Britons agree with taking children on during term time if parents can't afford the price hikes during school holiday periods. Read more
A 2011 survey of British men and women has uncovered some interesting results about the differences in perspective between the gender divide. Read more
A survey by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) has found that better pay and benefits have overtaken job satisfaction as the most important reason for switching jobs in Britain. Read more
A survey of 2,000 people in 19 UK cities by technology retailer Best Buy UK has measured the best and worst places in Britain when it comes to tipping. Read more
The latest poll published by the Office for National Statistics has revealed the current most popular baby names in England and Wales. Read more
A survey by comparison website Confused.com has found that 60% of the respondents rate slow drivers as a major cause of stress and irritation on British roads. Read more
A survey by comparison website Which? has uncovered a disturbing lack of understanding about the ticketing process for the upcoming London Olympics.. Read more
On Sunday September 11th 2011 three researchers from DJS Research Ltd will take part in the Tatton Park Triathlon. The event follows the Olympic specification and consists of a 1500m swim, 40km bike ride and a 10km walk. All other distances (non-Olympic) will be held on Saturday September 10th. The three person DJS team, includes Kate Slater... Read more
A survey of 2767 adults, carried out by YouGov, has shown that around half (46%) of British people believe that the proportion of young people who go on to university from further education is too high. A quarter (23%) feel the number going to university is correct, while just 13% feel too few are attending. Read more
A survey of 2767 adults, carried out by YouGov, has shown that around half (46%) of British people believe that the proportion of young people who go on to university from further education is too high. A quarter (23%) feel the number going to university is correct, while just 13% feel too few are attending. Read more
A survey of over eight hundred consumers has found that many broadband users in the UK have not seen any improvement in their broadband speeds over the past three years, despite technological advancements. Read more
A poll by LOVEFiLM has revealed the UK's Top 10 list of TV series, with gritty HBO crime show The Wire wearing the crown as best loved show of all time. Read more
VoicED will be the first online education research panel dedicated purely to market research ' there will be no sales and no marketing on the site. Additionally, incentives will be given to both respondents and the institutions they represent, and research findings will be posted on the website in order to allow respondents to see how their... Read more
An online poll carried out by LoveHateTravel.co.uk has shown that most commuters are increasingly concerned about chaos during the 2012 Olympic Games and want to see conference calling to bypass this the high volumes of crowds that will be flooding in and around London. Read more
Following the shocking riots within the UK for the past few days, a YouGov survey of 2,534 British adults has revealed that the majority of people think stronger force should be used to stamp out the criminal element and ensure order. Read more
New research based on a survey of 2,000 UK consumers on behalf of Barclays has found that one in eight don't carry any cash and half believe that coins and notes will become obsolete in the future. Read more
A market research survey on behalf of PopCap has revealed that more than half of Europe's adults are gamers, indicating that the games industry is one of the fastest growing in the world. Read more
An independent YouGov poll has provided the biggest indication yet that the majority of Britons, at 52%, would vote in a referendum for the UK to leave the EU. Read more
In a continued demonstration of the company's commitment to providing opportunities to young researchers, DJS Research Ltd have recently agreed to provide Sven Burscher with an extensive internship, prior to his taking up a period of study at a The University of Derby. Read more
A BBC survey has measured the varying costs that football clubs charge on matchdays. The Premier League meanwhile has defended the contrasting prices by saying that clubs try to pitch fees at different levels for fans with different budgets. Read more
The latest poll published by the Office for National Statistics has revealed the current most popular baby names in England and Wales. Read more
A survey by comparison website Confused.com has found that 60% of the respondents rate slow drivers as a major cause of stress and irritation on British roads. Read more
A new poll on behalf of the LA fitness gym chain, which has more than 80 branches across the UK, has found 66-year-old Oscar-winning actress Dame Helen Mirren named "Body of the Year". Read more
A survey of 2,000 people in 19 UK cities by technology retailer Best Buy UK has measured the best and worst places in Britain when it comes to tipping. Read more
DJS Research Ltd is proud to announce that it has been selected as a case study by Coaching for High Growth East Midlands. Coaching for High Growth helps East Midlands businesses prepare for and meet the challenges presented by high growth through one to one coaching and a series of Masterclasses on key topics. Businesses receive a year long... Read more
A new poll of 1,058 people by 'Chaat!', the in-house magazine of the British Curry Club, has discovered the current top choice of Britons in Indian restaurants. Read more
According to a poll by comparison site Carrentals.co.uk, 1 in 3 Britons agree with taking children on during term time if parents can't afford the price hikes during school holiday periods. Read more
A 2011 survey of British men and women has uncovered some interesting results about the differences in perspective between the gender divide. Read more
A survey by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) has found that better pay and benefits have overtaken job satisfaction as the most important reason for switching jobs in Britain. Read more
As a result of continued work experience successes with local students, DJS Research Ltd have accepted an application from Laura Bown, a first year student of Mathematics at the University of Leeds. Laura's excellent achievements at A-level and willingness to give her time for charitable causes instantly attracted the eye of Trainee Research... Read more
Following a policy of continued investment in staff and resources, four researchers at DJS Research Ltd have recently begun the process of gaining Market Research Society (MRS) advanced accreditation. Graduates Alex McCluckie and Laura Crowe will undertake the MRS Advanced Certificate in Market and Social Research Practice, along with Alex Noden... Read more
Alex Noden graduated from the University of Lancaster with a degree in Psychology and, prior to starting at DJS Research Ltd, went in to head office retail. She begen her career at River Island, and later worked for JP Boden as a Merchandiser for the Accessories Department. Read more
Having spent 2 months with DJS Research Ltd on a work experience placement in late 2010, Alex McCluckie began his career with the market research agency in January 2011 as a Trainee Research Executive. Alex joined DJS after completing an MA in Social Research Methods, graduating with 1st Class Honours in Sport from Durham University prior to... Read more
The latest Ofcom customer service poll on major mobile and Internet providers has found T-Mobile ranked highest in satisfaction levels and 3 at the lowest end of the scale. Read more
In keeping with our aim to expand our online panel and community capabilities, DJS Research recently carried out research with educational professionals to gather opinions on our new teacher community, which is due to be launched in September this year. The following details the results of this research and outlines the decisions we have made... Read more
In a continued effort to give back to the local community, DJS Research recently offered work experience placements to two students from local schools ' Lady Manners School and New Mills School. The initiative, now in its second year, was greeted with enthusiasm by members of staff. Lyn Allen, a Senior Research Executive at DJS Research, had the... Read more
A survey by the Museums Association has uncovered a cultural threat ' one fifth of UK museums have had their funding cut by at least 25% in the past nine months. Read more
A new survey on behalf of Citrix Online to look into the potential for more flexible working in the UK has measured how customer-focused communication devices are being adopted by workers. Read more
New YouGov survey results have shown that mobile advertising is not as appealing to the smartphone owners as the marketing industry might suggest. Read more
Following a recent public poll, Port Enyon Bay on the Gower Peninsula in Wales has won top place in the 2011 Cadbury Flake 99 Great British Beach Awards. Read more
A new poll aimed at understanding more about UK career preferences asked 1,356 men aged over 18 what their dream job is, with some interesting if impractical results. Read more
A new opinion poll on behalf of the European Commission has revealed that Britons are the most unsatisfied consumers in Europe when it comes to their internet connection speeds. Read more
Following a prolonged period of field work, DJS Research Ltd has recently delivered the results of a project carried out for Huntsman Polyurethanes. As part of every project, DJS Research offer clients the opportunity to give feedback on areas for improvement via a short questionnaire. As of June 2011, across a decade of involvement in the market... Read more
London has been rated the most expensive city in the UK and Belfast the cheapest, according to the Worldwide Cost of Living Survey carried out by investment consultancy Mercer. Read more
An 'Alternative Census' carried out by home energy management service AlertMe has uncovered the average day-to-day lifestyle habits of British families. Read more
Market research undertaken by Intel has shown that people talking more loudly than needed when using their mobile is the worst red-flag-to-a-bull for most Britons ' 67% of those who took part in the survey voted it their number one cause of anger. Read more
According to the latest 'What's Working' survey of 2,400 UK employees in over 1,000 private sector organisations, there has been a marked decline in commitment and job satisfaction amongst Britons since 2006, when the study was last conducted. Read more
The TripAdvisor 2011 European Cities Survey has seen London voted as the most exciting and easy-to-get-around metropolis for the second year running. It was also rated as Europe's most overpriced capitol however. Read more
York has been voted as both the most beautiful city in the UK and as the place most Brits would love to live, according to a new survey by search engine Bing. Read more
A poll of more than 2,000 over 60's by charity Age UK has revealed that being older is by no means the end of having fun - 70% reported taking up a new hobby or sport in the past year. Read more
A survey by travel agent www.sunshine.co.uk has revealed that when most Britons go abroad, they prefer to enjoy food they would eat at home rather than try foreign dishes. Read more
According to a new poll carried out for money saving website DiscountVouchers.co.uk, many UK parents are prepared to re-mortgage or sell their own home to give their child a financial boost. Read more
According to the new Savings Survey by NS&I, more than a third of the UK population admit to not having enough funds squirreled away to cope in a sudden emergency, and 13% have no savings at all. Read more
Market research by online retail giant eBay has shown that there has been a major boost in Internet sales since the recession, allowing some online start-ups to achieve consumer revenues of more than £100,000. Read more
A travel survey has revealed that 45% of the Britons who took part in the study admit they are 'more likely' to visit well-known landmarks when abroad than when in the UK. Read more
According to a new survey of 1,000 employees in the UK, one in four people are willing to move abroad for a better lifestyle and salary, pointing to a potential brain drain. Read more
People in the UK are spending lots of money in preparation for their summer holidays, despite the continuing recession, as their appearance is more important to them - according to DiscountVouchers.co.uk. The money off voucher website conducted a survey of UK consumers recently to track habits. Read more
A global survey by market research company TNS has revealed that when it comes to the hunger for new technology, Canadians lead the way. Read more
The CBI's latest Distributive Trades Survey has found that UK retail sales took a dip this month, compared to the growth seen during May. Read more
A survey carried out on behalf of Marketing magazine has uncovered the trend of many UK Facebook members considering leaving the social network. Read more
The results of a recent Europe-wide poll commissioned by the Ford Motor Company has shown that one in three people (32%) can't parallel park at the first try, and the task also ranks high as one of life's most stressful moments. Read more
On May 30th 2011, an anonymous client of DJS Research completed the Bridgnorth Sponsored Walk in aid of the Headcase Cancer Trust. The course, which runs to either 20 or 22 miles depending on the route taken, was completed by 951 competitors and it is hoped that over £2000 has been raised for the Headcase Cancer Trust. Read more
A new study has revealed that while the private sector is looking positive in terms of almost a third of employers planning to hire more permanent staff before the end of the year, average wages are not seeing the same growth. Read more
Market research carried out by Regus has demonstrated an 8% increase from last year to 41% of UK companies who now use social media to boost their business. Read more
A survey carried out by the Child Accident Prevention Trust on more than 5,000 adults has discovered that most people spend a great deal of their lives on 'autopilot' - eight out of 10 admitted to carrying out many tasks without any conscious thought. Read more
For a second straight year, DJS Research Ltd ' a leading Market Research Agency, based in the High Peak town of Whaley Bridge ' has opened its offices to youngsters from local schools. The two pupils will experience all aspects of the market research process; including the creation of their own presentation, which will be delivered to staff... Read more
A market research study on behalf of the Automobile Association (AA) has revealed that one in 20 drivers do not wear a seatbelt. Read more
A poll by online commerce platform PeoplePerHour.com has uncovered a significant increase in the number of women working in the IT industry. Read more
Recent market research by TripAdvisor has shown that mobile devices are becoming an increasingly popular method for Britons to organise their holidays. Read more
In a demonstration of the agency's on-going commitment to forge a company based on exceptional staff at all levels, the DJS Research Graduate Recruitment Scheme was recently unveiled by Managing Director, Danny Sims: Read more
DJS Research Ltd has recently completed a research project for Consumer Focus, the statutory consumer champion for England, Wales, Scotland and (for postal consumers) Northern Ireland. Consumer Focus operate across the whole of the economy, persuading businesses, public services and policy makers to put consumers at the heart of what they do. Read more
A poll of 2,500 UK drivers by Admiral has shown that 92% of British car owners feel 'ripped off' by current fuel prices. Read more
A survey by farming charity LEAF has uncovered a significant lack of awareness when it comes to the British public's knowledge about nature and wildlife. Read more
Fasthost Internet have completed a new survey of UK office workers that has uncovered a worrying trend - of the 1,000 people polled, one-in-four admitted to committing at least one 'data security sin'. Read more
To help with the continued growth of our company, we are actively recruiting and looking for further experienced researchers to join the team (ideally at Research Exectutive, Senior Research Executive or Research Manager Level). If you would like to work within a family owned, exciting and growing agency, please do get in touch. Read more
Sports cars, champagne, exotic holidays and an impressive bank balance are all very well and good, but a new survey has revealed that the best things in life are free. Read more
A recent survey by Halifax of 8,000 people aged between 20 and 40 has revealed that two thirds of people who do not own their own home are not expecting to buy a property. Read more
To coincide with English Wine Week, a survey of 2,000 people has revealed that 54% of the UK public have never tasted wine produced in Britain. Read more
From the 15th May to the 15th of June, Britain will commemorate National Smile Month ' a survey to compliment the theme by Wrigley has shown however that an alarming percentage of the UK population are neglecting their oral care. Read more
Communications watchdog Ofcom has conducted a new survey to find the UKs leading broadband provider - O2 come out on top for speed, beating its four main competitors. Read more
A Vanson Bourne survey of 250 UK Chief Information Officers has revealed that cloud computing, which provides on-demand computer resources and storage from a network rather than a via local computers, doesn't seem to have revolutionised the IT world as much as initial claims predicted. Read more
High street bank Halifax conducted a survey to discover the country's top savers, which revealed the south of England as top when it comes to stretching their pennies. Read more
A study released today by Markit has shown that the decline of finances experienced by UK households appears to be slowing down. Read more
A new survey of internet users by Top10.com has found that some areas of the capital are still struggling with slow broadband connections. Read more
According to a survey of 700 UK workers by security firm Guidance Software, employers are failing to adequately warn their employees about malicious software and the loss of critical information. Read more
Price comparison site uSwitch have undertaken a new survey that reveals UK consumers are now receiving 4 million unsolicited texts a day from adult chat lines and other nuisance services. Read more
Attitudes to online piracy and illegal downloads have grown increasingly hostile compared to the preceding year, according to Law firm Wiggin's annual Digital Entertainment Survey. Members of the public view those involved in online piracy as an anti-social minority and 62% approve the suspension of repeat offenders downloading phone apps,... Read more
The company has yet again experienced an exceptional year of growth with turnover now reaching £1.5 million. This year follows the previous year's growth where turnover doubled to close to the £1M mark. Read more
The company has yet again experienced an exceptional year of growth with turnover now reaching £1.5 million. This year follows the previous year's growth where turnover doubled to close to the £1M mark. Read more
One of the UK's leading domestic cleaning companies, Molly Maid, recently conducted a survey which revealed that men are more likely to be embarrassed about the cleanliness of their homes than women, with a third of them going as far as to apologise to their cleaners. Read more
A survey of around 200 global wine professionals by Just-Drinks has shown that for the first time in five years, the UK is not the most important market for wine producers. Read more
The survey conducted by Lewis PR in partnership with HCL Technologies of over 2,000 employees has shown that 48% of British businesses have cracked down on the use of social networking sites over the past twelve months. Read more
A survey of 900 graduates in the UK, carried out by GE, has shown that two British innovators, one a legendary engineer and the other a contemporary inventor remain as heroes to the current generation of engineering students. Read more
Breast fed children are less inclined to grow up with behavioural problems compared to those who are given formula milk, a new survey of children born in the UK during the 2000-2001 period has shown. Read more
A new survey has shown that work absences due to sickness are continuing to fall in the UK - employees took an average of 5.0 days off due to sickness last year compared to 6.7 days in 2007. Read more
The survey conducted by Lewis PR in partnership with HCL Technologies of over 2,000 employees has shown that 48% of British businesses have cracked down on the use of social networking sites over the past twelve months. Read more
DJS Research Ltd is pleased to announce that Sarah Smith and Maya Winter have been promoted from Senior Researchers to Research Managers. Read more
DJS Research Ltd has just completed another piece of research for United Utilities and once again they were really pleased with our work. They said... Read more
DisplaySearch, a Californian market research and consulting firm has found that British consumers are world leaders when it comes to replacing their TV sets over the last three years. Investigating TV ownership on a per-household basis, the DisplaySearch Global TV Replacement Study was carried out amongst 14,000 television owners across the... Read more
We have recently been selected for a place on the 2010 East Midlands Coaching for High Growth programme. Read more
We have recently been involved in two large tender and procurement processes for Severn Trent Water and The British Council. They rated us on our finances, resources and ability to deliver high quality research projects. Read more
To help with the continued growth of our company, we are actively recruiting and looking for further researchers to join the team. We are currently looking to recruit at all levels up to Research Manager.... Read more
We would like to take this opportunity to welcome four new members of staff: Read more
In 2006 CCWater undertook an initial survey of consumer views on water and sewerage services. From 2007-2009 FDS International continued this survey and in 2010 DJS Research was commissioned to undertake the project, building on previous results and tracking changes in the views of water and sewerage customers over time. Read more
We would like to welcome three new members of staff: Read more
Between 5th July and 16th July 2010, DJS Research Ltd was pleased to welcome two year 10 students, Thilina Prathapasin and Jordan Murphy, into its Whaley Bridge offices to take part in the company's inaugural work experience scheme. Thilina and Jordan are currently studying their GCSEs at local school, New Mills School Business and Enterprise... Read more
The company has experienced an exceptional year of growth with turnover now very close to the £1 million mark. Read more
We are currently carrying out a research project across 10 countries including China, Brazil, India and Europe. Two of our researchers, Kate Slater and Matt Bristow will be visiting China and Brazil to brief our research partners over the next week. Read more
Customer behaviour analysis company Tealeaf has carried out a survey which shows that over 10 million UK consumers last year made a buying transaction on their mobile device. CMO of Tealeaf, Geoff Galat, commented: 'Everyone talks about the momentum in the mobile channel and customers continue to show an increasing appetite for carrying out... Read more
According to research by analyst company Billmonitor, 76% of British consumers have been overpaying by a total £5bn on their mobile bills by either having too small or too large an allowance for texts, data and calls by their service provider. The importance of data allowances are becoming an increasing concern for users when choosing a... Read more
A survey by Zoopla.co.uk has revealed that 59% of UK homeowners expect housing prices to rise, leading to an optimistic increase in planned home improvements this year. Read more
Online backup provider company Mozy has conducted a recent poll that reveals one in four European office workers think the best way to get a work phone or laptop replacement is to destroy it. Read more
A study for the Daily Telegraph of 578 members of the public at the Edinburgh Science Festival has found that most UK drinkers can't tell the difference between cheap wine and expensive vintages. Read more
A study conducted by Opinion Matters for the Edward Monkton and Purple Ronnie brands has found that children are made happiest by friends, family and birthdays rather than with computer games and other gadgets. Read more
A survey of teachers, heads and other school staff in the UK suggests that girls' behaviour in the classroom has deteriorated in the last two years. Read more
Most tablets launched this year are likely to fail on the UK marketplace unless they can hit the £250 or less price point, according to market research by YouGov. Read more
Communications regulator Ofcom has revealed in their latest study that that 16-24 year olds would miss their mobile phones and Internet access more than television ' this is the first time that young people have not rated TV to be their top form of media. Read more
A new study by the Marine Conservation Society has revealed a 40% average rise in bathroom rubbish spread over Britain's beaches in the past year. Read more
A website survey by TopCashback.co.uk has revealed an alarming level of uncertainty over the UK laws surrounding drinking and driving. Read more
A recent CSMA survey of 2,025 people has shown that popular TV shows are responsible for rising levels of tourism in the areas they're set in. Read more
A survey which took place throughout March this year by The Worldwide Property Group has shown that 84% of the respondents believed now to be a good time to buy a property in the UK. Overall, confidence in property investment both in the UK and abroad is high. The last time a survey recorded such a positive percentage was in November 2010. Read more
An annual mobile phone survey by consumer champion Which? has put Tesco and Asda in the top position for customer satisfaction with mobile phone providers. Read more
Serviced office operator Business Environment has carried out a survey of 2,000 UK employees and discovered that 42% say they find it very difficult to switch off from work when they leave the office. Read more
The HSBC Home Improvement Survey has found that while many Brits may have chosen to organise street parties or get away whether locally or abroad during the recent bank holiday weekends, 40% have chosen to stay put and indulge themselves with home-loving improvements. Read more
A survey of 2,000 British adults commissioned by holiday rentals website WhereToSleep.co.uk has uncovered the things UK travellers miss most whilst on holiday, with 'my own bed' ranking top on their listing. Read more
Britain is well known as a nation of animal lovers, but new research has shown just how much the countries obsession with its pampered pets is costing it each year. Read more
The Unisys Security Index has recently conducted a survey which reveals that security fears amongst the British public have reached their highest point in four years. Read more
Car use, car ownership and motoring costs are seeing a dramatic reduction thanks to increasing numbers of the public joining car clubs, a new study has revealed. Read more
We are currently carrying out a research project across 10 countries including China, Brazil, India and Europe. Two of our researchers, Kate Slater and Matt Bristow will be visiting China and Brazil to brief our research partners over the next week.
The project represents a growing trend for international research projects at DJS Research...
6 May 2011
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