No single dataset captures poverty but, taken together, we can start to close the gaps. The final write-up from our poverty data gaps workshop series focuses on improving disability data: rss.org.uk/news-publica... Get involved: royal-statistical-society.github.io/poverty-data...

One week to go! Join us on 24 March for the RSS Discussion Meeting on 'Regression by composition' at Imperial College London + online. With an Introductory DeMO too. Register now + download the preprint 🔗 rss.org.uk/Training-Eve...

Did you know the RSS has members in more than 120 countries worldwide? Join our international community of statisticians, data analysts, data scientists and data users today: rss.org.uk/membership/join/   

There's now less than a month left to make your submission for a talk at @royalstatsoc.bsky.social 2026 International Conference in Bournemouth in September. From methodology to real world impact; why not share your work with over 900 fellow data professionals #RSS2026Conf rss.org.uk/training-eve...

⏰ Final week to enter the Statistical Excellence in Journalism Awards (sponsored by ESRC). The awards recognise journalism that uses statistics to investigate, analyse and explain the issues shaping public debate. Deadline: Thursday 12 March Find out more: rss.org.uk/news-publica...

New blog from our Poverty Data Gaps project with the CPD and @jrf-uk.bsky.social 🌟 It highlights where the system is falling short and practical ideas to fix it🔗 rss.org.uk/news-publica... Add your own data gap to our Poverty Data Gaps Explorer 🔗 royal-statistical-society.github.io/poverty-data...

Entries are now open for the Florence Nightingale Award for Excellence in Health and Care Analytics 2026. The award recognises practitioners whose work using data analytics has delivered innovative improvements across the UK health and care system. Deadline: 30 April rss.org.uk/training-eve...

What could RSS corporate membership offer your organisation? Networking, professional accreditation and discounts on in-house training are just some of the benefits we offer. For more information and how to join: https://rss.org.uk/membership/join-now/corporate/

AI often gets talked about as if it “thinks”. In reality, it is statistical. Our landmark paper argues that understanding this is essential for using AI safely, effectively and ethically. Read more: rss.org.uk/news-publica... Paper: rss.org.uk/RSS/media/Fi...

We’re saddened to share that Richard Cormack has passed away at 90. A pioneer of mark‑recapture theory, his work shaped ecology, genetics and the social sciences for decades. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues. rss.org.uk/news-publica...

We’ve responded to two ONS consultations, calling for clearer ethnicity standards and modernised Census 2031 topics that reflect life in today’s Britain. Inclusion, usability and better engagement must lead the way. Read more 🔗 rss.org.uk/news-publica...

The future of statistics is changing fast — and we can’t stand still! Clare Morris lays out a bold vision for the next decade of the profession. A must‑read for anyone working with data. 👉 Read the blog rss.org.uk/news-publica...

📣 Reminder: we are recruiting Chartered Statisticians & Advanced Data Science Professionals to join our Professional Affairs Committee (PAC). Help shape professional standards & accreditation in stats and data science. Apply by 6 March 2026 👇 rss.org.uk/news-publica... #Statistics #DataScience

You only have until Friday to nominate for RSS Council, and help shape a data‑driven future! @andygarrett.bsky.social found that Council broadened his insight and influence, leading to roles like Climate Change Task Force Co‑chair and even RSS President. Nominate: rss.org.uk/news-publica...!

There's still time to nominate for RSS Council before 27 February. It has been great hearing from trustees about how being a Council member has helped them to maximise their impact in a world where data-based decision making is needed more than ever. Find out more 🔗 rss.org.uk/news-publica...

How can we help young people navigate misinformation? 📊 Applications are now open for the 2026/27 William Guy Lectureship on Statistics and Misinformation. RSS members can apply to give 20‑min talks for schools. 🗓️ Deadline: 27 March 2026. More info below 👇 rss.org.uk/news-publica...

Together with the Government Statistical Service, we’ve published The Future Statistician: a vision for statisticians as trusted, tech-enabled leaders of evidence. Focus areas include AI, skills, career growth, integration, and public trust. rss.org.uk/news-publica...

Gordana Radojević will give the Significance Lecture at the RSS 2026 International Conference in Bournemouth this September. A leader in statistics and public sector reform, Gordana brings deep experience and insight to the programme. 👉 Read the full announcement: rss.org.uk/news-publica...

When AI supports professional judgment, what should it do with uncertainty? Prof. Sylvie Delacroix of @kcllaw.bsky.social has a clear call to arms: we need collective action now to ensure AI amplifies human expertise, not undermines it. 📽️Interview on RWDS: realworlddatascience.net/foundation-f...

📣 Abstract submissions are open for #RSS2026! Join us and @rssannualconf.bsky.social in Bournemouth from 7–10 Sept, and share your work—whether it’s a 20‑min talk, a rapid‑fire session or a poster. Stats, data science, methodology, data storytelling… it’s all welcome! rss.org.uk/news-publica...

Join us on 24 March for our Discussion Meeting on 'Regression by composition' (Farewell et al.), online or at Imperial College London. Explore innovative statistical modelling and join the debate! 📅 24 March 2026, 4–6pm 🎓 Introductory DeMO: 2:15pm–3:15pm rss.org.uk/training-eve...

Does your team need more training in machine applications and/or software? Or maybe they need to brush up on their theoretical statistical skills or #Bayesian stats? By becoming a corporate partner you get a discount on any in-house course: rss.org.uk/training-eve...

We’re recruiting a new Chair of the Discussion Meetings Committee This is a rare opportunity to lead a highly visible and intellectually vibrant part of the Society’s work over the next four years 🌟 Read more🔗 rss.org.uk/news-publica... 📅 Deadline for nominations: 13 February 2026

Our AI Task Force has responded to the proposed AI Growth Lab — welcoming its potential but stressing that skills gaps, data readiness and governance must be addressed for real impact Read more 🔗 rss.org.uk/news-publica...

We’re looking for people interested in disability data to join us and @jrf-uk.bsky.social at an workshop on 19 Feb in London. It builds on our work exploring UK poverty‑related data gaps. Find out more 🔗 rss.org.uk/news-publica... Read the project's interim findings 🔗 rss.org.uk/news-publica...

We're launching a new video series: Real World Data Science Big Questions! In each video, members of our data science community answer one key question. Watch the first video and read our analysis here: bit.ly/data-science... www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WgC...

We’re looking for RSS members to join our advisory group, led by our VP for Public Understanding, Engagement and Education. Help us explore big questions, from perceptions of AI to how to improve the teaching of data and stats in schools. 📅 Apply by 19 February. 🔗 rss.org.uk/news-publica...

📢 Quarterly Policy Update In his latest blog, RSS Head of Policy Jonathan Everett reflects on a busy end to 2025 — from the Covid Inquiry to AI, population statistics and education — asking how statistical evidence informs decisions when it matters most. rss.org.uk/news-publica...

Good intentions aren’t enough to understand poverty—good data matters. Our new interim report with the Centre for Public Data examines gaps in UK poverty data and their impact on policy and research. Read more: rss.org.uk/news-publica...

📢 Have your say! The ONS is consulting on how ethnicity data should be harmonised across the UK. Your input matters for better, inclusive data. 🗓 Deadline: 4 Feb 2026 👉 consultations.ons.gov.uk/harmonisatio...

We're looking for enthusiastic CStats and ADSPs to join our Professional Affairs Committee and play a vital role in upholding professional standards across the statistical community! 📆 Apply by 6 March 2026 🔗 rss.org.uk/news-publica...

📣 Does the RSS brand represent you? Have your say! We are currently reviewing how we present ourselves. As part of this, we’d love to hear your perspective. 🔗https://rss.org.uk/news-publication/news-publications/2025/member-callouts/does-our-brand-represent-you-have-your-say/

📢 Last chance to apply to join the Public Statistics Advisory Group (PSAG). PSAG plays an important role in shaping our work and influencing national discussions at this key moment for UK statistics. ⏰ Apply by noon, Monday 12 Jan 🔗 rss.org.uk/news-publica...

🌟 Nominations for RSS Council are now open! 🌟 We’re looking for Fellows who want to help shape the Society’s future and represent our diverse membership. 🗳 Deadline: 27 February 2026 🔗 rss.org.uk/news-publica... Get involved and help strengthen our community! www.youtube.com/watch?v=eSjd...

Setting your New Year’s resolutions? Why not make joining the RSS one of them? Fellow membership is open to all and you can be approved instantly online: rss.org.uk/membership/join-now/

🎉 Big congratulations to RSS Fellows John Flatley (MBE) and Dr Chris Pritchard (OBE) for their New Year Honours List awards! Honours were also awarded to leaders across statistics, maths and data science 👉 rss.org.uk/news-publica... Warmest congratulations from everyone at the RSS!

Happy New Year! 🎉 2026 is here, and we’re ready to make it count. Our focus? 🌍 Sustainability 🤝 Member engagement 📊 Championing statistics for society From shaping AI policy to building a vibrant, inclusive community, we’re excited for 2026. Read more: rss.org.uk/news-publica...

🎉More than 2,600 new members joined the RSS community this year – including 1,000+ fellows🎉 ✨Join them before 31 December, pay the 2025 rate and get membership right through to the end of 2026. Fellow membership is open to all and you can be approved instantly online: rss.org.uk/membership/j...

Great to see the RSS featured in Full Fact’s piece on BMA’s claim of a 21% real-terms pay cut for resident doctors. Our Chief Exec explains why the choice of inflation index matters, and RSS fellow Jill Leyland contributed to the analysis. Read more: fullfact.org/health/bma-r...

Yesterday, our CEO Sarah Cumbers spoke at the UK Covid-19 Inquiry. Her key message: contingency plan to protect core economic statistics, improve data sharing, invest in skills, and ensure statistics reflect lived experience. 🔗 Read more about Sarah's appearance here: rss.org.uk/news-publica...

We've published the report from our latest roundtable on disability and poverty data gaps, sponsored by @jrf-uk.bsky.social Thanks to support from @mencap.org.uk, we were able to discuss and highlight key areas where the UK's data isn't delivering for people with disabilities.

🎁 Give yourself an early Christmas present! Join the RSS now to pay the 2025 rate and get membership right through to the end of 2026. Fellow membership is open to all and you can be approved instantly online: lnkd.in/dRsKzp2

📢 Call for Papers! JRSS Series A is inviting submissions for a special issue on The Future of Survey Data Collection, featuring work from the Survey Futures project. Submit now to be featured in our prestigious journal all about statistics in society 🔗Read more rss.org.uk/news-publica...

🆕Bayesian evidence synthesis for modelling SARS-CoV-2 transmission 🧪Apsemidis and Demiris adopt the Bayesian paradigm and synthesize publicly available data via a discrete-time stochastic epidemic modelling framework doi.org/10.1093/jrss...

Call for papers: JRSS Series C special issue on Directional Statistics We want to publish your innovative methods & applications for data on circular/spherical spaces. Deadline: 28 Feb 2026 🔗 Find out more: rss.org.uk/news-publica...

This month’s recommended EDI networking community resource is @royalstatsoc.bsky.social Celebrating Diversity SIG which aims to celebrate the work of historically underserved groups in statistics & enhance representation. Find out more ➡️ acss.org.uk/esrc-project...

Did you know the RSS has members in 136 countries worldwide (and counting!)? Join our international community of statisticians, data analysts, data scientists and data users today: rss.org.uk/membership/j...

With the AfDSP, we have launched a University Accreditation Scheme so that graduates of accredited programmes can begin their journey to career recognition straight away. This is an exciting step in setting rigorous standards for data science degrees. Learn more: bit.ly/3Kq5Rz0

Ron Wasserstein, Executive Director of @amstatnews.bsky.social, will give the President’s Invited Lecture at RSS International Conference 2026. Expect inspiring insights on moving beyond p < 0.05! 📅 7–10 Sept 2026 🔗 Details rss.org.uk/news-publica...

Today’s HCIs are out for July to Sept, and the picture is clear: most households are facing higher inflation than the 3.8% headline CPI rate. The graphic below shows why HCIs matter. They help us understand how different households are experiencing rising costs, beyond the headline CPI figure.