UK Statistics Authority
@UKStatsAuth

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Joined August 2010
🎟️Last few tickets remaining! The Authority will host a reception on 2 July, where Interim Chair Penny Young, will give a speech to statistics users and producers, convened for the first time since the UK Statistics Assembly 2025. eventbrite.co.uk/e/reception…
Graphic that reads reception with Chair of the UK Statistics Authority, Penny Young. Thursday 2 July 2026. Queen Elizabeth II Centre, Broad Sanctuary, London SW1P 3EE. 3:30pm to 7:30 pm.

ALT Graphic that reads reception with Chair of the UK Statistics Authority, Penny Young. Thursday 2 July 2026. Queen Elizabeth II Centre, Broad Sanctuary, London SW1P 3EE. 3:30pm to 7:30 pm.

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Thank you to everyone who attended the inaugural Chair’s Reception last night – a valuable opportunity for our community of official statistics users and producers to exchange ideas and share views on the future.
Penny Young stood at lectern in front of presentation slide that reads Chair's lecture.

ALT Penny Young stood at lectern in front of presentation slide that reads Chair's lecture.

Panel session, left to right, Jane Naylor, Stephanie Howarth, Chris Giles, Dame Kate Barker Professor Denise Lievesley CBE and Penny Young.

ALT Panel session, left to right, Jane Naylor, Stephanie Howarth, Chris Giles, Dame Kate Barker Professor Denise Lievesley CBE and Penny Young.

Picture of the room during the panel session showing the hands up in the room.

ALT Picture of the room during the panel session showing the hands up in the room.

Professor Denise Lievesley CBE stood at lectern in front of presentation slide that reads formal response.

ALT Professor Denise Lievesley CBE stood at lectern in front of presentation slide that reads formal response.
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The room is ready and we're about to begin. Penny Young, interim Chair of the UK Statistics Authority, will shortly deliver the first annual speech on the state of the UK's statistical system.
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Today, Penny Young gives the first annual speech on the state of the statistical system, as interim Chair of the UK Statistics Authority. Sign up to watch the livestream👇 eventbrite.co.uk/e/reception…

Reception with Chair of the UK Statistics Authority, Penny Young

Join Penny Young, Chair of the UK Statistics Authority, for a reception with stakeholders in the statistical system.

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This week, Penny Young, interim Chair of the UK Statistics Authority, will deliver the first annual speech on the state of the UK’s statistical system. Sign up to attend in person or watch online👇 eventbrite.co.uk/e/reception…

Reception with Chair of the UK Statistics Authority, Penny Young

Join Penny Young, Chair of the UK Statistics Authority, for a reception with stakeholders in the statistical system.

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In a context of transition and restraint, statistical leaders are having to make difficult choices. Next week, Penny Young, interim Chair, will reflect on this during our first annual speech on the State of the Statistical System. eventbrite.co.uk/e/reception…

Reception with Chair of the UK Statistics Authority, Penny Young

Join Penny Young, Chair of the UK Statistics Authority, for a reception with stakeholders in the statistical system.

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Office for Statistics Regulation
@StatsRegulation
Jun 25
We have published our State of the Statistical System 2026 report 📊🔎 It highlights progress and improvement across the system, while setting out the key issues, risks and priorities shaping its future 👇 osr.statisticsauthority.gov.…
"The State of the UK Statistical System 2026". Decorative image of a megaphone

ALT "The State of the UK Statistical System 2026". Decorative image of a megaphone
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Today, we have written to the Leader of the Opposition about welfare spending. uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
Page one of Penny Young's letter to Kemi Badenoch MP about welfare spending. 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 welfare spending. 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 welfare spending. 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 welfare spending. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

Page three of Penny Young's letter to Kemi Badenoch MP about welfare spending. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

ALT Page three of Penny Young's letter to Kemi Badenoch MP about welfare spending. The full letter is available in HTML through the link in the post.

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🚨Deadline extended! Applications to become a member of the Advisory Panel on National Accounts will now close on Wednesday 1 July. Apply now👉uksa.statisticsauthority.gov…
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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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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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