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Zeroing in on the Code: Enhancing statistics to monitor our “BUS” journey towards net zero

The net zero challenge The UK is committed to reaching net zero by 2050. This means that total greenhouse gas emissions would be equal to the emissions removed from the atmosphere, aiming to limit global warming and the resulting climate change. In order to meet the UK’s target, the heating of buildings will need to […]

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Talk Data to Me: Growing an Analytical Network in the North East

The North East Analysts Together (NEAT) network connects public sector analysts across the North East of England. Originally formed to revive a pre-pandemic analytical network in Newcastle, NEAT brings together professionals from departments including the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), the Department for the […]

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Bringing local data to life: the journey behind Explore Local Statistics

Back in December 2021, the Government Statistical Service Subnational Data Strategy launched a bold vision: to make local data more accessible, more useful, and more meaningful for everyone. The idea was simple but powerful — create a single, user-friendly service where people could explore statistics about their local areas, compare them with others, and even […]

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Local childcare realities: uncovering childcare deserts and oases in England

Working parents need childcare! Parents are more likely to enter the labour market if they have access to childcare. Competition for places, proximity to providers, quality of care and affordability all play a role in a parent’s decision to use childcare. Following the expansion of government-funded childcare available to working parents, ensuring there is sufficient […]

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How to RAP: bringing good practice to life

This is part two of a series. Part one: ‘RAP: it’s all about the code’ covered Reproducible Analytical Pipeline (RAP) definitions and coding standards. The technology we use and how we communicate affect how well we can implement Reproducible Analytical Pipelines (RAP). We’ve established RAP ways of working to promote industry best practices for working […]

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