Professor Sir Charles Bean’s review of economic statistics has this morning published its interim findings.

Speaking today Sir Andrew Dilnot, Chair of the UK Statistics Authority, welcomed the interim report:

“This review sets out a bold vision for the future of economic statistics.

“The Authority welcomes Sir Charles’s interim recommendations, which will help ensure that economic statistics continue to provide a firm evidence base for decision making.

“We look forward to the final report, and will consider its conclusions carefully in preparing our plans for the coming years.”

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