Question reference: S6W-26322
- Date lodged: 22 March 2024
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Current status: Answered by George Adam on 9 April 2024
Question
To ask the Scottish Government how often it reviews statistical collection and publishing cycles in order to deliver joined-up policy making.
Answer
Scottish Government statistics are produced in accordance with the Code of Practice for Statistics. The Code of Practice states that statistics producers should routinely review the relevance and usefulness of statistics, including the timeliness of the statistics and data.
The Code of Practice also requires statistics producers to maintain and refresh their understanding of the use and potential use of statistics, and that they regularly engage with users. This is to ensure that statistics support the public good, which includes the development and evaluation of public policy.
The application of the Code of Practice in Scottish Government is overseen by the Chief Statistician, with decisions about particular collections and publications made on a case-by-case by the responsible statisticians.