Guides and Policies

ONS compliance with the European Statistics Code of Practice
Provides details of code compliance and ONS's self-assessment questionnaire. This Code is based around 15 principles, each supported by a number of detailed indicators, and applies to all statistical authorities in the EU, including Eurostat - the statistical office of the European Communities.

Selling to ONS
A supplier's guide, along with details of current and upcoming contracts.

ONS Race Equality Scheme
Details of ONS's Race Equality Scheme and the principles underpinning the ONS equal opportunities policy.

ONS Welsh Language Scheme
ONS has adopted the principle that, in the conduct of public business in Wales, it will treat the English and Welsh languages on a basis of equality. The Welsh Language Scheme sets out how ONS will put this principle into practice.

Sustainable Development Policy Statement
The statement describes how ONS aims to deliver and maximise improvements in its sustainable development performance.