Deputy Head @StatsRegulation. Ex @WGTransport and National Accounts / GDP @ONS. Own Views, RT≠endorsement.
Joined February 2009
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Today we have published our annual review of the statistical system. At a time of challenge for @ONS, we have found that the broader statistical system in the UK remains robust, and that producers are effectively meeting a wide range of demands. osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
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ESCoE conference 2025 highlights🎥
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Catch up on session recordings: tinyurl.com/3zdnky3c
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Today we have published a report as part of our review of economic statistics produced by @ONS👇
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If you are interested in joining the team here at OSR, this could be a great opportunity for you, follow the link👇
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If you are interested in joining the team here at OSR, this could be a great opportunity for you, follow the link👇
civilservicejobs.service.gov…
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We are seeking feedback on our proposals for a new edition of the Code of Practice for Statistics via public consultation. Have your say! osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
ALT Help future-proof the Code of Practice for Statistics - Consultation now open
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We are conducting a review of @ONS economic statistics and are looking for insight and experiences from users of ONS economic statistics, to help shape the future of economic data in the UK. See more info 👉osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
ALT We want your views on ONS economic statistics
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In our latest blog we set out the guidance and support available for navigating statistics during an election campaign, and our role in publicly highlighting cases where statistics and data are not published, or are presented in a misleading way 👉 osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
ALT An image of a tablet being held, on screen the blog: "data in debate, the role of statistics in elections" shows as a preview. Next to this the words "new blog".
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Good to see broader pick up of the points discussed as well: independent.co.uk/news/uk/uk…. Applying the principles of the code widely is a key part of ensuring good data and analysis, and ultimately good policy and decision making.
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Today we have published our findings on @ONS's revisions of estimates of UK Gross Domestic Product (GDP): osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
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Onto #ADRUKConf day 2!
Kicking us off is Ed Humpherson (@StatsRegulation) with a keynote on public engagement and involvement in population data research.
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Today we have published a review of @ONS's Labour Market statistics, produced using alternative data sources. We have outlined several requirements for ONS and set out lessons to learn for the future. (1/3) osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
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We have published an interim report on statistics on gender identity based on data collected as part of the 2021 England and Wales Census. (1/4)
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Today OSR has published our Annual Review of Casework 2022/23 to show how we have used our voice to stand up for statistics: osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
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In our latest blog, Head of Casework Elise Rohan, talks about the problem with the repeated use of misleading statistics and how you can combat this. osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
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Today we have announced a short review of practices around @ONS estimates for GDP osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
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We are undertaking a review of the Code of Practice for Statistics and want to hear your views: osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
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The North Wales Transport Commission wants to know what you think about transport in the region. 🚌🚆🚲🚗🚕🏴
Complete their survey at the link below 👇
It should only take you five minutes. ⏰
The survey closes on 18 August. 📅
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ALT A class 197 train stopped in Llandudno Junction rail station
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Last month, Professor Roger Halliday spoke to MSPs about the importance of critically assessing statistics 💯
Discover his five questions to help assess the usefulness of data 👇
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JOB VACANCY: We are looking for two Statistics Regulators to join our small, enthusiastic team at the heart of the government statistical system.
💰Salary: £37,688
📍Location: Darlington, Edinburgh, Fareham, Newport
👉Apply now: civilservicejobs.service.gov…