Deputy Head @StatsRegulation. Ex @WGTransport and National Accounts / GDP @ONS. Own Views, RT≠endorsement.
Joined February 2009
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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
17 Jul 2025
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🎥
Full video: tinyurl.com/yjb6bcjz
Catch up on session recordings: tinyurl.com/3zdnky3c
@JoshMartin_econ @GrantFitzner @ChrisGiles_ @RobKentSmith @TeraPauliina @ONSfocus
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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
7 Apr 2025
Today we have published a report as part of our review of economic statistics produced by @ONS👇
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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
28 Feb 2025
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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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
5 Mar 2025
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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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
23 Oct 2024
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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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
14 Aug 2024
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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7 Jul 2024
We are recruiting for a Grade 6 Assessment Programme Lead - this role is a key part of our senior leadership team and is central to developing and safeguarding the quality of Government statistics - get in touch if you want to know more. civilservicejobs.service.gov…
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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
7 May 2024
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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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
7 Feb 2024
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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14 Dec 2023
Great to have played a very small part in this work.
14 Dec 2023
🚉 The North Wales Transport Commission has published their final report into creating more sustainable and joined-up travel network across the region. 🚴♀️
🚌 We will now consider their recommendations. 🚶
👇 You can read the report here: gov.wales/north-wales-transp…
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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
29 Nov 2023
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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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
16 Nov 2023
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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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
14 Nov 2023
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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2 Nov 2023
Some thoughts from me for statistical producers on reviewing outputs - a really important part of ensuring statistics remain relevant and responsive to the needs of society.
2 Nov 2023
In our latest blog, Rob Kent-Smith, Deputy Head of OSR, discusses what statistics producers should think about when reviewing their outputs... osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
9 Oct 2023
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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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
26 Sep 2023
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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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
7 Sep 2023
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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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
6 Sep 2023
Today we have announced a short review of practices around @ONS estimates for GDP osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
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Rob Kent-Smith retweeted
17 Aug 2023
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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