Introduction for Analysts Inside Government
Purpose of the Code
To ensure official statistics serve the public good by being trustworthy, of appropriate quality, and delivering value to users.
Why The Code Matters
Embedding TQV protects against misinformation, supports democratic debate, and builds public confidence in statistics.
Code Principles: TQV Framework
Trustworthiness
Show integrity
Lead responsibly
Be transparent
Manage data responsibly
Quality
Prioritise quality
Be rigorous
Be open about quality
Value
Be relevant
Be clear
Be accessible
Standards for Official Statistics
Trustworthiness
- Integrity: Be impartial, professional, and challenge misuse
- Responsible Leadership: Make independent decisions under authority of Chief Statistician/Head of Profession for Statistics
- Transparency: Pre-announce releases, publish at standard times, explain revisions
- Data Management: Handle data ethically, securely, and in line with legal obligations
Quality
- Prioritise Quality: Promote continuous improvement and learning
- Rigour: Use suitable data and robust methods; assure quality throughout
- Openness: Communicate strengths, limitations, and uncertainty clearly
Value
- Relevance: Engage users, respond to feedback, align with societal needs
- Clarity: Present statistics in understandable formats with appropriate context
- Accessibility: Ensure equal access, meet accessibility standards, support reuse
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