ScotStat is a network for users and providers of Scottish Official Statistics. It aims to improve communication amongst those interested in particular statistics and facilitate the setting up of working groups on specific statistical issues.
Periodic consultations are conducted on the statistics collected by the Scottish Government. Further information can be found in the Statistics Topic areas, or by viewing information on Statistical Planning
The ScotStat Register
The register allows users and providers of Scottish Statistics to consult on specific topics of interest. Registered users can consult on new collections, seek views on changes to existing collections and receive notification of new or forthcoming publications. You can register or log in here.
Consultation on Draft Pre-release Access to Statistics (Scotland) Order 2008
We are currently inviting views on the draft Pre-release Access to Statistics (Scotland) Order 2008. Please submit your comments via the ScotStat feedback form here - this consultation will close on 1 August 2008.
Consultation on first draft of Framework for Scottish Official Statistics
Scotland's Chief Statistician, Rob Wishart, is inviting comments on the first draft of the Framework for Scottish Official Statistics. Your views on this first version are invited up until 9 October 2008. The Framework and more information on how to respond is available here.
The Annual Statistics Stakeholder Conference 2007
The 2007 Annual Statistics Stakeholder Conference was held on 4th October at the George Hotel, Edinburgh. The event included presentations on a range of topics, and provided delegates the opportunity to discuss issues such as the methods used by the Scottish Government to consult on official statistics and on the methods used to disemminate them. Further information on the event, including papers and presentations, can be found here.