The UK Statistics Authority wrote to Andrew Griffith MP about claims on taxation

19 November 2024 · Sir Robert Chote, Chair, UK Statistics Authority

The letter, dated 19 November 2024, replies to correspondence of 31 October 2024. The UK Statistics Authority published it as Letter from Sir Robert Chote to Andrew Griffith MP – claims on taxation. Below are 3 passages from the letter in the regulator's own words.

What the UK Statistics Authority wrote

“As set out in my letter of 4 June to party leaders, and referenced in your own letter, it is essential that, when making claims of this nature, underlying calculations, data sources and context are provided alongside the figures so that the average person can more fully understand any single figure cited in public debate.”

“These actions will ensure that when statistics and quantitative claims are used publicly, they are adhering to the principles of intelligent transparency and therefore enhancing understanding of the topics being debated.”

“Since the election, we have continued to affirm the importance of these principles for all and expect all those in government and in parliament to adhere to these in all forms of public communication.”

From Sir Robert Chote, Chair, UK Statistics Authority, letter of 19 November 2024. Read the full letter.

Correspondence

• The letter it answered: Andrew Griffith MP to Sir Robert Chote – claims on taxation (31 October 2024)

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