Study Number 7989 - Annual Respondents Database X, 1997-2020: Secure Access
DATA CURATION PROCEDURES
Data acquired for the UK Data Service collection undergo rigorous and comprehensive curation prior to publishing and release. This ensures that data, documentation and metadata are processed and published to the highest standard possible, both for ease of use in secondary analysis and for archival preservation.
The curation procedures carried out depend on the individual nature of each dataset and document, but as a general guide the following tasks are always undertaken:
- Disclosure review - if data confidentiality issues are identified, they are resolved in consultation with the data depositor;
- Data are checked for consistency and accuracy – for example undocumented/out-of-range codes;
- Variable and value label metadata are checked and enhancements undertaken as necessary;
- Multiple data and documentation formats may be generated for dissemination and preservation;
- A catalogue metadata record is generated and a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) is assigned to the study where appropriate.
- Where the data are made available for online analysis, in addition to the checks above, question text may be added alongside variables and other enhancements made.
DATA AND DOCUMENTATION NOTES
The data files do not include variable value labels. There are currently no Local Unit Respondent data files for 1997-2007. Users are advised that the User Guides are from a previous version of ARDx.
NEW EDITION INFORMATION
For the fifth edition (December 2023), ARDx Version 4.0 for 1997-2020 has been provided, replacing Version 3. Coverage has thus been expanded to include 1997 and 2015-2020.
INFORMATION ON CONDITION OF USE
The Data Collection is available to users registered with the UK Data Service.
Commercial use is not permitted.
Use of the data requires approval from the data owner or their nominee. Registered users must apply for access via a DEA Research Project Application.
Registered users must complete the Safe Researcher Training course and gain DEA Accredited Researcher Status.
Registered users must be based in the UK when accessing data.
The Data Collection must be accessed via a secure connection method in a safe environment approved by the UK Data Service.