A critical assessment of census and survey data in Ethnic group research: Insights from Dr Nigel de Noronha - Race Equality Foundation

A critical assessment of census and survey data in Ethnic group research: Insights from Dr Nigel de Noronha - Race Equality Foundation

The meanings of race in the UK have developed in different ways over time and space. From the scientific hierarchies used to justify slavery and exploitation, to the stigmatisation of groups based on national origin, religion, physical appearance, and perceived cultural behaviours. Whilst we can understand the different forms of racism that this engenders through dialogue with those who experience it, the need for evidence of the extent of the i…