Code of Practice for Statistics

The Code of Practice for Statistics sets the standards that producers of official statistics should commit to. The Code benefits all of us, as users and citizens. Compliance with the Code gives you confidence that published government statistics have public value, are high quality, and are produced by people and organisations that are trustworthy.

The Code of Practice for Statistics edition 3.0 has now come into effect. You can read a summary of what has changed or download a PDF of Code 3.0 for more information.

Following the refresh of the Code, the Office for Statistics Regulation is conducting checks of the site – we appreciate your patience while we complete this process. Contact us about the Code website by emailing regulation@statistics.gov.uk.