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Written question asked by Lord Patten (Conservative) on Monday, 22 June 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 6 July 2026. It was answered by Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour) on Tuesday, 7 July 2026 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.


Office for National Statistics

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government when they expect to appoint the new National Statistician; and why the post has been vacant since May 2025.

Answer

An announcement on the appointment of the National Statistician will be made in due course once the necessary recruitment processes have concluded.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL1187
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Recruitment Office for National Statistics
Link
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