Here are some case examples that highlight different ways that statistical producers have applied Quality Assurance of Administrative Data (QAAD) guidance. We have outlined the assurance approach taken by the producers in relation to specific sets of statistics and provided links to their supporting quality material.
| Statistical producer | Statistics (click on link to open case example) | Level of assurance |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency | Population Statistics | Basic and enhanced |
| Public Health England | MRSA infections | Comprehensive |
| Department for Communities and Local Government | Indices of Deprivation | Basic and enhanced |
| Department for Education | School-level examination statistics | Comprehensive |
| Department for Work and Pensions | Work Programme Statistics | Enhanced |
| Department of the Environment for Northern Ireland | Driver and vehicle licence statistics | Basic and enhanced |
We have also produced some further examples to illustrate aspects of the QAAD guidance:
| Case example | Topic |
|---|---|
| Pragmatic and proportionate | Explaining the Risk/Profile matrix |
| Iterative process | Quality Management Actions |
| Levels of assurance | Not a ‘RAG’ status |
| Audit and inspection | Types of evaluation and audit |
| Comprehensive assurance | Understanding data suppliers’ QA |
| Administrative data (part 1) | The nature and challenges of admin data |
| Administrative data (part 2) | Coverage and content issues with admin data |
| Communication with data suppliers | Building a common understanding |
| Statistical producers’ own QA | Five top tips |