Rob Kent-Smith

Deputy Head @StatsRegulation. Ex @WGTransport and National Accounts / GDP @ONS. Own Views, RT≠endorsement.

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

Today we have published our annual review of the statistical system. At a time of challenge for @ONS, we have found that the broader statistical system in the UK remains robust, and that producers are effectively meeting a wide range of demands. https://t.co/9JMu0fMS15

[ESCoE @ESCoEorg]

ESCoE conference 2025 highlights🎥

Full video: https://t.co/8724BvYz6d
Catch up on session recordings: https://t.co/xNukhA0Fa0

@JoshMartin_econ @GrantFitzner @ChrisGiles_ @RobKentSmith @TeraPauliina @ONSfocus

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

Today we have published a report as part of our review of economic statistics produced by @ONS👇
https://t.co/bgSr0oLzMc

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

If you are interested in joining the team here at OSR, this could be a great opportunity for you, follow the link👇
https://t.co/YelZ9Ohb1J

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

If you are interested in joining the team here at OSR, this could be a great opportunity for you, follow the link👇
https://t.co/UrCkqpElRT

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

We are seeking feedback on our proposals for a new edition of the Code of Practice for Statistics via public consultation. Have your say! https://t.co/hbYaAj19eA

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

We are conducting a review of @ONS economic statistics and are looking for insight and experiences from users of ONS economic statistics, to help shape the future of economic data in the UK. See more info 👉https://t.co/4xigwMiNbi

[Rob Kent-Smith @RobKentSmith]

We are recruiting for a Grade 6 Assessment Programme Lead - this role is a key part of our senior leadership team and is central to developing and safeguarding the quality of Government statistics - get in touch if you want to know more. https://t.co/MRmxmAl3J5

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

In our latest blog we set out the guidance and support available for navigating statistics during an election campaign, and our role in publicly highlighting cases where statistics and data are not published, or are presented in a misleading way 👉 https://t.co/gX9kUo5SjW

[Rob Kent-Smith @RobKentSmith]

@StatsRegulation @CommonsPACAC Good to see broader pick up of the points discussed as well: https://t.co/tJDkBddjli. Applying the principles of the code widely is a key part of ensuring good data and analysis, and ultimately good policy and decision making.

[Rob Kent-Smith @RobKentSmith]

@StatsRegulation @CommonsPACAC Good to see broader pick up of the points discussed as well: https://t.co/tJDkBddjli. Applying the principles of the code widely is a key part of ensuring good data and analysis, and ultimately good policy and decision making.

[Rob Kent-Smith @RobKentSmith]

@mattjonescardif Very excited for this!

[Rob Kent-Smith @RobKentSmith]

Great to have played a very small part in this work.

[Welsh Government Transport @WGTransport]

🚉 The North Wales Transport Commission has published their final report into creating more sustainable and joined-up travel network across the region. 🚴‍♀️

🚌 We will now consider their recommendations. 🚶

👇 You can read the report here: https://t.co/lVg2kIwU0s

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

Today we have published our findings on @ONS's revisions of estimates of UK Gross Domestic Product (GDP): https://t.co/m0x49fFfFO

[ADR UK Conference 2023 @ADRUK2023]

Onto #ADRUKConf day 2!

Kicking us off is Ed Humpherson (@StatsRegulation) with a keynote on public engagement and involvement in population data research.

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

Today we have published a review of @ONS's Labour Market statistics, produced using alternative data sources. We have outlined several requirements for ONS and set out lessons to learn for the future. (1/3) https://t.co/npuaGrwZ8G

[Rob Kent-Smith @RobKentSmith]

Some thoughts from me for statistical producers on reviewing outputs - a really important part of ensuring statistics remain relevant and responsive to the needs of society.

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

In our latest blog, Rob Kent-Smith, Deputy Head of OSR, discusses what statistics producers should think about when reviewing their outputs... https://t.co/SpTOWkPbBT

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

We have published an interim report on statistics on gender identity based on data collected as part of the 2021 England and Wales Census. (1/4)
https://t.co/t8jrg3U5Ry

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

Today OSR has published our Annual Review of Casework 2022/23 to show how we have used our voice to stand up for statistics: https://t.co/EF4uZy2hR6

[Office for Statistics Regulation @StatsRegulation]

In our latest blog, Head of Casework Elise Rohan, talks about the problem with the repeated use of misleading statistics and how you can combat this. https://t.co/CJuuTbToaV