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1Visiting professor at Imperial College London, following a career in the UK government statistical service.
Significance (Oxford, England)
|July 7, 2021
Summary
Official statistics are crucial for informed decision-making and should be prioritized. This paper advocates for their central role in public discourse and policy development.
Area of Science:
- Statistics
- Public Policy
Background:
- Official statistics provide vital data for understanding societal trends.
- There is a need to elevate the profile and utilization of official statistics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To advocate for official statistics to play a more prominent role.
- To highlight the importance of reliable statistical data in policy and public life.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis and argumentation.
- Review of the role and impact of official statistics.
Main Results:
- Official statistics are underutilized in key decision-making processes.
- A stronger emphasis on official statistics can improve evidence-based policy.
Conclusions:
- Official statistics must be recognized and utilized as a cornerstone of modern governance.
- Increased visibility and accessibility of official statistics are recommended.
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