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General methodology

Covers the general principles and processes leading up to the production of our statistics, and details the progress of ONS methodologists on a collection of work programmes aimed at improving our techniques.

- Data Editing and Imputation
Providing expertise and advice on developing and implementing cost effective editing and imputation for all ONS data sources.

- Spatial Analysis and Modelling
Developing a small area estimation methodology, in order to provide government with the information to tackle local problems.

- Statistical Disclosure Control
Ensuring that information attributable to an individual or organisation is not disclosed in any National Statistics publication.

- Sample Design and Estimation
Optimising the quality of statistical outputs through research into, and application of, effective sampling and estimation methods.

- Analysis Methods
Leading scientifically sound and efficient analyses of ONS and National Statistics data by developing relevant methods and tools to support analysis.

- Index Numbers, Prices and Inflation Measurement
Providing advice and quality assurance to producers of indices, and researching new methods.

- Time Series Analysis and Seasonal Adjustment
Setting the time series methods used to produce ONS statistics, including for seasonal adjustment, trend estimation and forecasting.

- Data Collection Methodology
Providing expert advice on data collection procedures and carrying out research leading to improvements in survey quality. See also: DCM for survey data collection advice.


 
 
 
 
 

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