Sir Robert Chote has resigned as chairman of the UK Statistics Authority, tasked with overseeing the Office for National Statistics (ONS). A recent government review criticized the ONS for having "deep-seated" issues. The Bank of England also pointed out concerns regarding the reliability of ONS job market data. Cabinet Office Minister Pat McFadden emphasized the need for new leadership to restore confidence in ONS statistics. Chote joined the Authority in 2022 and will become president of Trinity College, Oxford in September. This resignation follows another departure at the ONS, raising alarming concerns for effective policy-making.
Sir Robert Chote has resigned as chairman of the UK Statistics Authority amid criticism of the Office for National Statistics, highlighting the need for improved data integrity.
Cabinet Office Minister Pat McFadden stated that new leadership was critical to swiftly restore confidence in the statistics produced by ONS, essential for informed decision-making.
A Cabinet Office source indicated the importance of having accurate statistics for effective government policy, emphasizing that without integrity in data, policy-making becomes challenging.
The resignation of Sir Robert Chote follows a government review identifying "deep-seated" issues within the ONS and the need for a credible chair to lead improvements.
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