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SCOTTISH EXECUTIVE STATISTICAL
SERVICES
OUR ROLE
The aim of the Statistical Service is to provide
relevant and reliable information, analysis and advice that
meet the needs of government, business and the people of
Scotland.
OBJECTIVES
1.
To produce statistics and analysis relevant to user
needs by
- Developing the range of statistics and analysis we
produce;
- Where practicable improving timeliness;
- Providing more statistics disaggregated by age,
gender and ethnicity;
- Developing more data for small areas through the
Neighbourhood Statistics project;
- Contributing to production of comparable statistics
across the
UK and internationally.
2.
To ensure effective use of our statistics
by
- Contributing more directly to policy processes
inside and where possible outside government;
- Improving access to and presentation of data and
analysis;
- Improving the advice provided on statistics.
3.
To work effectively with users and providers
by
- Maintaining arrangements to consult and involve
users and providers
- Involving users and providers in planning
developments in outputs and processes
4.
To develop the quality of statistics
by
- Assuring and improving quality as an integral part
of data collection and analysis and through regular
reviews in line with National Statistics quality
strategy;
- Developing statistical methods, systems and
classifications;
- Working with the rest of the Government Statistical
Service to develop joint approaches/solutions where
appropriate.
5.
To assure the integrity of statistics
by
- Maintaining and promoting integrity through
implementation of the National Statistics Code of
Practice and related protocols;
- Safeguarding the confidentiality of data
subjects.
6.
To ensure the efficient and effective delivery of
statistics products and services by
- Making best use of all sources including
administrative sources,
- Minimising the burden on data providers through
Survey Monitoring & Advice;
- Ensuring value for money;
- Making best use of Information and Communications
Technology;
- Working with other analysts;
- Ensuring effective communication within the
Statistician Group.
7.
To develop our workforce and
competences
- Ensuring recruitment of staff with the necessary
skills and potential;
- Ensuring development of expertise amongst existing
staff;
- Promoting and upholding the standards of the
statistics profession.
This is a National Statistics
publication
This is a National Statistics publication. It has been
produced to high professional standards set out in the
National Statistics Code of Practice and Release Practice
Protocol.
http://www.statistics.gov.uk/about_ns/cop/default.asp
These statistics undergo regular quality assurance
reviews to ensure that they meet customer needs. They are
produced free from any political interference.
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