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
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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
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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
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- 2026-07-07 17:28:00 +0100
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