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We promote and safeguard official statistics to serve the public good. To contact us directly, use our email; see social media policy: bit.ly/2whSW9d

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⏰There is still time to apply to become a member of the Advisory Panel on National Accounts! Applications close Wednesday 17 June.
UK Statistics Authority
@UKStatsAuth
May 27
🚨Vacancy: Advisory Panel on National Accounts members We are recruiting members to provide independent advice on the production, uses and applications of National Accounts, and its associated topics. Closing date: 17 June 2026. Find out more: uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
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🚨Vacancy: Advisory Panel on National Accounts members We are recruiting members to provide independent advice on the production, uses and applications of National Accounts, and its associated topics. Closing date: 17 June 2026. Find out more: uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
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Today, we have written to Seamus Logan MP about waiting times in England and Scotland. uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
Page one of Penny Young's letter to Seamus Logan MP about waiting times in England and Scotland. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Page one of Penny Young's letter to Seamus Logan MP about waiting times in England and Scotland. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

Page two of Penny Young's letter to Seamus Logan MP about waiting times in England and Scotland. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Page two of Penny Young's letter to Seamus Logan MP about waiting times in England and Scotland. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

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Today, we have written to Max Wilkinson MP about statements on the fiscal impact of settlement policy. uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
Page one of Penny Young's letter to Max Wilkinson MP about statements on the fiscal impact of settlement policy. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Page one of Penny Young's letter to Max Wilkinson MP about statements on the fiscal impact of settlement policy. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

Page two of Penny Young's letter to Max Wilkinson MP about statements on the fiscal impact of settlement policy. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Page two of Penny Young's letter to Max Wilkinson MP about statements on the fiscal impact of settlement policy. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.
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⏰There is still time to apply to become a lay member of the National Statistician’s Data Ethics Advisory Committee! Applications close Friday 15 May.
UK Statistics Authority
@UKStatsAuth
Apr 17
🚨Deadline extended! Applications to become a lay member of the National Statistician’s Data Ethics Advisory Committee will now close on Friday 15 May. Apply now👉uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
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Today, we have written to Rt Hon Kemi Badenoch MP about numbers of Universal Credit claimants. uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
Page one of Penny Young's letter to Kemi Badenoch MP about numbers of Universal Credit claimants. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Page one of Penny Young's letter to Kemi Badenoch MP about numbers of Universal Credit claimants. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

Page two of Penny Young's letter to Kemi Badenoch MP about numbers of Universal Credit claimants. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Page two of Penny Young's letter to Kemi Badenoch MP about numbers of Universal Credit claimants. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.
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⏰This is the last week to submit your entries for the Campion Award! Entries close at midnight on Thursday 30 April.
UK Statistics Authority
@UKStatsAuth
Apr 13
🚨We’ve extended the deadline for the Campion Award for Excellence in Official Statistics to Thursday 30 April. If you’re making a difference with data, there’s still time to put your work forward.  Apply now: rss.org.uk/training-events/e…
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UK Statistics Authority retweeted
Office for Statistics Regulation
@StatsRegulation
Apr 22
We have reviewed claims about comparative NHS referral to treatment waiting times, highlighting the importance of clear sourcing and careful interpretation. Read the full statement👉osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
Comparing & interpreting NHS waiting times statistics in Scotland and Wales. A graphic showing a queue at a hospital

ALT Comparing & interpreting NHS waiting times statistics in Scotland and Wales. A graphic showing a queue at a hospital

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🚨Deadline extended! Applications to become a lay member of the National Statistician’s Data Ethics Advisory Committee will now close on Friday 15 May. Apply now👉uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
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🚨We’ve extended the deadline for the Campion Award for Excellence in Official Statistics to Thursday 30 April. If you’re making a difference with data, there’s still time to put your work forward.  Apply now: rss.org.uk/training-events/e…
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⏰There is still time to apply to become a lay member of the National Statistician’s Data Ethics Advisory Committee! Applications close Friday 17 April.
UK Statistics Authority
@UKStatsAuth
Mar 19
🚨Vacancy: National Statistician’s Data Ethics Advisory Committee lay members Help safeguard the ethical use of public data by promoting transparency and ensuring statistics work for the public good. Closing date: 17 April 2026. Find out more: uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
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Today, we have responded to Julie James MS about Welsh apprenticeships. Full letter available on our website: uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
Page one of Penny Young's letter to Julie James MS about Welsh apprenticeships. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Page one of Penny Young's letter to Julie James MS about Welsh apprenticeships. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

Page two of Penny Young's letter to Julie James MS about Welsh apprenticeships. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Page two of Penny Young's letter to Julie James MS about Welsh apprenticeships. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.
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🚨Vacancy reopened: National Statistician’s Economic Statistics Classifications Technical Advisory Panel Chair Following an update, the role now includes a £5,000 remuneration. Closing date: 30 April 2026. Find out more: uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
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UK Statistics Authority retweeted
Office for Statistics Regulation
@StatsRegulation
Mar 31
Great to see our Director General, Ed Humpherson, quoted in this Economist article, looking at the role data plays in the UK's immigration policy👇 economist.com/britain/2026/0…

How poor data hobble Britain’s immigration policy

Gaps, errors and fiefdoms frustrate a clear picture

economist.com
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Ahead of the May elections, we have written to leaders of major political parties to explain our Standards for Public Use of Statistics, Data, and Wider Analysis. Full letter and list of recipients available on our website: uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
Penny Young's letter to leaders of political parties in advance of the May 2026 elections. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Penny Young's letter to leaders of political parties in advance of the May 2026 elections. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

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Our work with @StatsRegulation continues during the pre-election period and you can still contact us to raise a concern. We will intervene as needed to make sure that statistics are used appropriately in public debate. osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…

OSR publishes guidance to help users navigate statistics ahead of May elections

The Office for Statistics Regulation (OSR) has published new guidance aimed at supporting the use and understanding of statistics during election campaigns, as elections take place across England,...

osr.statisticsauthority.gov.uk
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Today, we have written to Michael Marra MSP about waiting times in England and Scotland. Full letter available on our website: uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
Penny Young's letter to Michael Marra MSP about waiting times in England and Scotland. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Penny Young's letter to Michael Marra MSP about waiting times in England and Scotland. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.
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⏰There is still time to register your interest for the Social Survey Strategic Forum! Applications close Friday 27 March.
UK Statistics Authority
@UKStatsAuth
Mar 11
📢Expressions of interest are now open to join the new Social Survey Strategic Forum We are bringing together senior leaders across government and the survey sector to shape the future of UK social surveys. Closing date: 27 March 2026. Find out more: uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
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Today, we have responded to Lord Udny-Lister and Sir Paul Beresford about Council Tax increases in Wandsworth. Full letter available on our website: uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
Page one of Penny Young's letter to Lord Udny-Lister and Sir Paul Beresford about Council Tax increases. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Page one of Penny Young's letter to Lord Udny-Lister and Sir Paul Beresford about Council Tax increases. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

Page two of Penny Young's letter to Lord Udny-Lister and Sir Paul Beresford about Council Tax increases. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

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Today, we have written on an advisory basis to Cllr Simon Hogg, Leader of Wandsworth Council, regarding statements made about Council Tax increases. Full letter available on our website: uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
Page one of Penny Young's letter to Cllr Simon Hogg about Council Tax increases. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Page one of Penny Young's letter to Cllr Simon Hogg about Council Tax increases. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

Page two of Penny Young's letter to Cllr Simon Hogg about Council Tax increases. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Page two of Penny Young's letter to Cllr Simon Hogg about Council Tax increases. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.
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