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Introduction This guidance outlines several important points to remember when writing about data. It provides a concise summary of existing guidance to help you communicate your analysis in a clear…
Learn more on Writing about dataThe Government Statistical Service (GSS) People Advisory Group (PAG) supports the National Statistician and statistical Heads of Profession (HoPs) to strengthen the GSS as a community. They achieve this through the development and review of people policies and practices for the GSS community which support professional capability and capacity. The group focuses on three key […]
Learn more on GSS People Advisory GroupDuring the cost-of-living crisis, schools and nurseries had to step beyond their educational purpose to offer free food to families through food banks. The book Food Banks in Schools and Nurseries by Professor Alice Bradbury and Dr Sharon Vince explores case studies of 12 primary schools and early years settings across England, and examines the impact […]
Learn more on Author talk: Food banks in schools and nurseriesWhat 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 […]
Learn more on Best practice for automated spreadsheets in R: Creating Accessible Spreadsheets with aftablesSince 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, […]
Learn more on Navigating a career in statistics: reflections from senior leadersIn 2023, the then Chancellor of the Exchequer asked Professor Sir Ian Diamond, the National Statistician, to undertake a review of the measurement of public services productivity. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has partnered with government departments, academics and expert users to help develop and improve methodology and data sources. To highlight the collaboration […]
Learn more on Public Services Productivity Review showcaseJoin this session to learn about the “A strategy for analysis in government”. What will government analysis be like in the next three years? Technology, tools, and techniques for analysis are changing every day. What will the effect of this be – on government analysis, on policy formation, and on the operational delivery services that […]
Learn more on The future of analysis in government: our strategyI joined the Home Office as a Data Analyst Apprentice in March 2023 and completed my apprenticeship in August 2024. Although I already had a BA in International Affairs, over time, I realised that data science was the career path I wanted to follow. My interest in maths and data led me to complete several […]
Learn more on My apprenticeship journey at the Home OfficeThe 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 […]
Learn more on From Curiosity to Cutting-Edge AI: My Journey in Data ScienceSince the winners and runners-up in the fifth Analysis in Government (AiG) Awards were announced in February, the Analysis Function community have been voting for their ultimate People’s Choice Award winner. Last week’s prestigious winner’s celebration event was the ideal backdrop to celebrate all winners and announce who has won the coveted final award. For […]
Learn more on Announcing the 2025 Analysis in Government Awards People’s Choice winner