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Unlock your potential: Ten learning and development resources for government analysts

Learning and development

For Analysis in Government (AiG) Month, we asked the Analysis Function Capability Team what ten items of L&D they would most recommend to government analysts looking to make a positive impact by developing their skills and career…  Here is what they recommended: 1. Career Journeys:  there is no “one size fits all” There are a variety […]

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The impact of a good blog: A blog about writing blogs!

Communications

Calling all analysts!  Let’s talk about the wonder of blogs and why you should write more of them.   As a communications professional, I’ve discovered that blogs are a fantastic way to share your message. They make content personal and engaging, helping readers feel more connected to you and your organisation, profession or department.  Being a […]

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Best practice for automated spreadsheets in R: Creating Accessible Spreadsheets with aftables

Data

What is aftables? aftables is an R package for creating accessible spreadsheets. aftables implements the Analysis Function guidance for releasing statistics in spreadsheets. What does aftables do? aftables automates text formatting and layout of spreadsheets to meet accessibility requirements. Aftables currently generates Excel workbooks using openxlsx. How do I use aftables? aftables is available to […]

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Navigating a career in statistics: reflections from senior leaders

Careers, Government Statistical Service (GSS)

Since 2024, I have enjoyed being the sponsor for a Government Statistical Service (GSS) Fast Stream cohort. It’s been great to hear about the new skills they’ve gained and the experiences they are embracing to set them up for their future careers. In talking to them it’s clear they are ambitious, and rightly so! However, […]

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From Curiosity to Cutting-Edge AI: My Journey in Data Science

Government Statistical Service (GSS), GSS Apprenticeships

The first time I encountered the power of data, I was mesmerized. It was not just numbers or statistics; it was a gateway to understanding the world in ways I never thought possible. My journey into artificial intelligence (AI) and data science has been an adventure—one filled with discovery, challenges, and innovation. Today, I have […]

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Growing public trust in statistics through collaborative communication and intelligent transparency

Conference, Data visualisation, Digital, Statisticians and Data Scientists, User engagement

Simon Baugh, Chief Executive of the Government Communication Service (GCS), and Ed Humpherson, Director General for Regulation for the Office for Statistics Regulation (OSR), recently presented together at the GSS Conference in Edinburgh. This blog highlights some of the key themes of the conference. Ed and Simon discussed with the audience how analysts and communications […]

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From Lunar House to Broadcasting House: My secondment to the BBC

Careers, Learning and development, Statisticians and Data Scientists

Earlier this year, I stepped into the big and busy BBC newsroom, moving on secondment from the Home Office. Over the next few months, I worked as BBC Verify’s consultant statistician, fact-checking claims in heated election debates, ‘filing copy’ on interesting stories, and advising journalists about statistical best practice and presentation. Part of my role […]

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