Source · Select Committees · Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee
Recommendation 17
17
Accepted
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Government analysis function vision for evidence-based policymaking is highly commendable.
Conclusion
The vision of the government analysis function - to deliver better outcomes for the public by providing the best analysis to inform decision-making - is a commendable one. In an age in which Ministers are required to respond to complex policy challenges - whether climate change, cost-of-living challenges, or the performance of the National Health Service - it is surely right that we equip them to do so by making available the best possible evidence.
Government response summary AI-generated
The government accepts the recommendation, highlighting its ongoing annual survey by the Responsible Technology Adoption Unit, which tracks public opinions on data-driven technology to support policymakers. It also commits to keeping the committee updated on work by the UK Statistics Authority, ONS, and OSR on their respective recommendations.
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Government Response
Accepted
HM Government · verbatim extract
Accepted
The Government notes the Committee’s recommendations. With regards to recommendations 10 and 12, HM Treasury will consider all UKSA funding arrangements as part of Spending Review 2025 and HMT officials are working closely with UKSA to review likely funding requirements as part of this. Spending Review 2025 is expected to conclude in Spring 2025. The UK Statistics Authority will also address the points regarding the Office of Statistics Regulation in this recommendation as part of their response.
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