Bobby Duffy appointed Managing Director of Social Research Institute

Bobby Duffy, a leading expert in social research with 14 years experience at the company, will take over as Managing Director of the Social Research Institute, after Ben Page's promotion to Chief Executive.

The Social Research Institute is the market leader in the provision of social research to government. It delivers high quality results for clients including every government department and 250 local authorities and, under Ben and Bobby's direction, will continue to demonstrate leadership in its field. Commenting on his appointment Ben Page said:

"Ipsos is a fantastic market leading brand and we have a really brilliant team of over 1000 people covering all aspects of the UK economy and society - it's a privilege to lead the company I joined as a graduate trainee in 1987.

I have worked with Bobby for over a decade and he has consistently impressed me, and more importantly our colleagues and clients, with the quality of his thinking and his passion for research which makes a difference."

Bobby Duffy said:

"I am delighted to be leading what I believe is the strongest and fastest-growing social research team in the country.  It is a team with leading experts in just about all areas of policy and research methods, who are truly committed to helping our clients and furthering knowledge on social issues. 

In particular, we remain determined to bring our knowledge from across issues and areas together, publishing it as widely as possible in reports, articles and at events to make sure policy and research communities get the most out of the work that we do."

The appointment will take effect on 1 June 2009.

Notes to Editors

1. Ipsos's 2008 results were published on 19 March 2009.
2. Details of the announcements by Ipsos Group SA are available at www.ipsos.com
3. Photographs and biographies of Ben Page and Bobby Duffy are available on request. Ben Page and Bobby Duffy are available for interview and to provide expert opinion and analysis on a whole range of social and political issues.