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Statistics and Registration Service Act

Key Benefits
The Statistics and Registration Service Bill was introduced in the Commons on 21 November 2006 and published on 22 November 2006. High quality statistics are vital for effective government, and are a key resource for business, academia and the wider community. Following a full public consultation, this Bill is intended to reinforce the independence, integrity and quality of statistics produced in government. This will help improve evidence-based policymaking, contributing to better public services and long-term stability in the UK economy. The Bill will create a new independent Board, outside of Ministerial control, which will be constituted by a majority of external, non-executive, members. The Board will have a statutory responsibility to promote and safeguard the quality and comprehensiveness of official statistics. The Board's responsibilities will extend across the UK, covering England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The Bill will also establish proper employment status and rights for registration officers (as local authority employees) in England and Wales.

Act of Parliament

Explanatory Notes

Regulatory Impact assessment

Territorial Extent
England and Wales

Part 1 of the Bill, apart from clause 59, extends to England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, while Part 2 extends only to England and Wales.

Comments

If you have any comments on the proposals you can email them to:

statsconsultation@hm-treasury.gov.uk

HM Treasury