Office for National Statistics.
United Kingdom's principal government institution in charge of statistics and census data
- Reports this week
- 18
- Active events
- 10
- Connections
- 195
What's happening
Active this week
-
Reconomy provided expert commentary on current climate change trends.Some support1 report
-
Full Fact used ONS figures to contradict claims made by Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden.Some support2 reports
-
The Bank of England uses ONS data while its Governor attends IMF meetings in Bangkok, and Megan Greene serves on the MPC.Some support2 reports
-
John Healey relies on Office for National Statistics data to formulate the economic outlook.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
-
ONS data highlights cost of living issues, prompting calls for government action regarding housing market failures, involving expert advice and political pressure.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
-
ONS data is being used to inform the Bank of England's central bank interest rate decisions.Well supported14 reports5 developments inside
-
UK economic update: Instability poses risks to the labour market, with welcomed data supporting economic strategy.Some support2 reports1 development inside
-
NHS patients are being treated in lower-cost settings as the IFS and ONS release productivity data.Some support1 report
-
ONS provided private renter data in England, which the Joseph Rowntree Foundation analyzed for housing costs, involving Islington councillor Michael O’Sullivan.Some support1 report
-
Andy Burnham, advised by Andrew Griffith and informed by ONS data, led the push for tax cuts and pension alternatives to Labour's plans amid opposition from Tories.Some support1 report1 development inside
Earlier this month
-
ONS figures show a rise in grocery costs, prompting discussion on food manufacturer pricing and input costs.Some support2 reports1 development inside
-
Tories referenced ONS figures on NEET youth, and Andrew Griffith announced a new pledge for the party.Some support1 report
-
Economic analysis of UK growth trends, citing ONS data and OBR forecasts, while noting the impact of the World Cup.Well supported3 reports
-
ONS provides crime survey data for England, while Katie White established Enough to distribute rape kits addressing sexual violence in England and Wales.Well supported7 reports
-
Andy Burnham is advocating for a public service model for care, citing demographic trends informed by ONS data in various media outlets.Some support1 report1 development inside
-
Escalating conflict in the Middle East is causing oil prices to rise, impacting global markets tracked from London and the New York Mercantile Exchange.Well supported47 reports19 developments inside
-
Morningstar DBRS reviewed average interest cover ratio data from UK Finance and used ONS data on average private rent.Some support1 report
-
Esso operates filling stations in the Blackburn area while the Office for National Statistics tracks UK Consumer Prices Index inflation data.Some support1 report
-
ONS data showed spending outstripped tax receipts, and war caused higher interest on inflation-linked debt.Some support2 reports
-
The Department for Work and Pensions and the Office for National Statistics both track UK demographic and economic trends.Some support1 report3 developments inside
-
A public spending debate is underway in Westminster, utilizing data provided by the Office for National Statistics.Some support1 report
-
ONS data informs public understanding of pension reliance, with Hargreaves Lansdown estimating future pension dependency and Telegraph highlighting calculation issues.Some support1 report
-
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) provided official figures detailing government borrowing on July 21, 2026.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
-
Record borrowing levels are putting pressure on the Chancellor, as the Office for National Statistics releases official data on public finances.Some support6 reports
-
The Office for National Statistics released official data detailing current UK inflation trends.Well supported14 reports2 developments inside
One to three months ago
-
A collection of developments regarding the economic fallout of Middle East conflicts, including ONS data releases, appointments at the Bank of England, and institutional criticism.Some support1 report
-
ONS data shows motor fuels drive inflation, and the CMA is operating PumpWatch to ensure market transparency.Some support1 report1 development inside
-
ONS confirms fuel costs are driving inflation, with specific price lists available for Esso garages near Basildon and the London-bound A127.Some support1 report
-
UK inflation rose to 3.1% while Congress passed a War Powers Resolution on Iran and Araghchi visited Beijing.Some support1 report
-
The US-Iran conflict is driving up oil prices, leading to inflation that is now affecting household budgets in Evesham.Some support1 report
-
Ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine are affecting global oil supplies and driving price hikes.Well supported9 reports
-
BoE rate hikes and inflation data are impacting consumer budgets and premium grocer sales in the UK.Some support1 report
-
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the Iran war is driving up oil costs, while Andy Burnham comments on the UK economy's resilience amid economic pressures on the Bank of England.Some support7 reports
-
UK inflation data informs Bank of England rate expectations, while the U.S. Treasury's bond buyback drove bond market stability.Well supported4 reports
-
Healey's budget confirmation and ONS data are now informing AJ Bell's pension projections, driving pension certainty.Some support1 report
-
ONS data published informs analysis by the House of Commons Library and commentary from the Resolution Foundation.Some support2 reports
-
The Office for National Statistics is providing data that is being used by the Resolution Foundation and the National Institute of Economic and Social Research for economic commentary on policy.Some support2 reports
-
Economic analysis suggests that the central bank may increase interest rates to combat inflation, based on labor market data from the ONS.Some support4 reports
-
ONS data informs pension increase decisions.Some support1 report
-
The new leader has made tackling the NEET crisis a key premiership pillar, backed by official ONS data and estimates that youth unemployment costs the UK £125bn annually.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
-
Office for National Statistics data is being used to guide central bank policy outlooks, influenced by geopolitical stability issues in the Middle East.Well supported7 reports
-
ONS revealed inflation slowed, while US-Iran tensions continue to affect oil prices and corporate markets.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
-
ONS and Shopify provide merchant data and sales volumes, serving as benchmarks for cultural consumer spending.Some support1 report1 development inside
-
The economic impact of the US-Iran conflict is being reported through the lens of the UK's Office for National Statistics.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
-
The Office for National Statistics published official UK GDP growth figures, noting the expected severe impact of the Iran conflict and the Strait of Hormuz closure.Some support1 report
-
ONS is monitoring economic data concerning the growth of the AI sector, which supports government claims ahead of the budget update.Some support4 reports
-
ONS data is informing the Bank of England's economic outlook, which is being influenced by geopolitical instability from the US-Iran war.Some support3 reports
-
ONS data shows consumer spending patterns are shifting due to inflation.Some support1 report3 developments inside
-
Springboard analyzed the economic impact of the job crisis using ONS data, while Rachel de Souza warned about hidden college teens.Some support1 report
-
ONS and BRC reported on shoplifting and retail crime incidents across England and Wales.Some support1 report
-
Water companies across England and Wales are facing bill rises due to necessary network upgrades and shared regulatory oversight.Some support1 report
-
Foreign acquisitions of UK companies nearly doubled in value, according to the Office for National Statistics.Some support1 report
-
The Office for National Statistics is undergoing transformation efforts and has hired expertise from the Bank of England.Some support1 report
-
ONS data tracks property price changes in Bolton, England.Some support1 report
-
CPI inflation remains above the Bank of England's target rate.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
-
Ofgem confirmed energy price cap increases while ONS data reveals Pendle is the least energy-efficient area in Lancashire.Some support1 report
-
The government appointed Alan Milburn to lead a review addressing the youth unemployment crisis, utilizing ONS data.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
-
ONS figures are being used to inform the youth unemployment crisis response, leading to proposals for a major overhaul of the £90bn public procurement system.Some support2 reports1 development inside
-
ONS announces RPI inflation data for England. Government also sets the cap on regulated train fares.Well supported4 reports
-
ONS revised its definition of infrastructure investment on August 25, 2026.Some support1 report
No events began in the chosen period. Widen it, or reset.
What's reaching Office for National Statistics
Events traced to Office for National Statistics, step by step, newest first- Conflict may drive up energy costs tracked by ONSConflict may force ONS to track increased energy costs and inflationLikely
- Middle East conflict could drive up inflation tracked by ONSGlobal energy price spikes may influence ONS inflation forecasts and economic data.Possible
- Geopolitical tensions may influence ONS inflation and energy dataThe Office for National Statistics may report changes in inflation and energy costs due to geopolitical instability.Possible
- Global food crisis may affect ONS inflation statisticsGlobal food price volatility could influence the Office for National Statistics' inflation data.Possible
- Middle East conflict may drive inflation figures tracked by ONSThe Office for National Statistics will track economic pressures caused by energy price spikes.Likely
- Global oil price spikes may force the Office for National Statistics to report higher inflationGlobal oil price spikes may force the Office for National Statistics to report higher inflation.Possible
See all 16 explainers
- Canadian troop deployment may influence ONS tracking of economic pressuresThe Office for National Statistics may track increased economic pressures from geopolitical instability.Possible
- Retail sales data may prompt ONS to refine economic forecastsRetail sales data may prompt the Office for National Statistics to refine economic forecasts.Possible
- Middle East conflict may influence ONS reporting on UK inflationThe Office for National Statistics may report economic slowdowns driven by Middle East conflictPossible
- ONS must track corporate cost absorption to measure inflation trendsONS must track corporate cost absorption to measure inflation trendsPossible
- Middle East conflict could drive inflation figures tracked by ONSGeopolitical tensions may drive inflation figures tracked by ONS.Likely
- Economic turmoil may increase demand for ONS dataRising inflation and turmoil increase demand for official economic data from ONSLikely
- Pub closures in North West and North East may alter ONS economic dataRegional economic decline from pub closures will be reflected in ONS data.Likely
- ONS must track rising energy costs due to Middle East conflictMiddle East conflict forces ONS to track rising energy costs in inflation dataLikely
- Pub closures in South East could prompt ONS to track job lossesONS will track the decline in hospitality jobs and sector healthLikely
- Tax and rate reform calls may change ONS economic dataTax and rate reform calls could change the economic data measured by ONSPossible
Around Office for National Statistics this week
News at the entities that move Office for National Statistics most-
Middle East OperationalDKSH is expanding its business operations into the Middle East region.Moves Office for National Statistics
-
Ofgem StructuralOfgem price cap affects UK household energy costs, coinciding with Zendure launching its SolarFlow range in Great Britain.Moves Office for National Statistics
-
World Cup OperationalThe World Cup generated positive public safety sentiment, while local political polling and alignments are observed in Seattle.Moves Office for National Statistics
-
Pat McFadden OperationalPolitical figures, including McFadden, Timothy, Kinnock, and Creasy, engaged in debates regarding policy, triple lock, and Russian interference.Moves Office for National Statistics
-
Bank of England StructuralBailey spoke at an Institute meeting regarding how the US-Iran war is influencing interest rate assessments.Moves Office for National Statistics
-
British Retail Consortium OperationalHealey revived a row started by Reeves over economic issues, as the BRC pushed back against government profiteering claims.Moves Office for National Statistics
Connections
The 40 strongest of 195, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Grant Fitzner Structural
Grant Fitzner holds the formal role of Chief Economist within the Office for National Statistics.
-
Bank of England Structural
ONS provides official economic statistics, such as inflation and CPI, which are essential inputs for the Bank of England's monetary policy and rate-setting decisions.
-
Middle East Operational
The ONS tracks and reports economic pressures, such as inflation and energy costs, that are driven by geopolitical instability in the Middle East.
-
Andy Burnham Operational
ONS provides official economic and social data that serves as the primary input for Andy Burnham's policy decisions and political statements.
-
John Healey Structural
ONS provides official economic data that John Healey uses to inform his policy decisions, public commentary, and budget planning.
-
Ofgem Structural
ONS provides official data on CPI and inflation rates, which Ofgem utilizes as inputs for energy price cap setting and market regulation.
-
government Structural
ONS produces official economic and social data on inflation, unemployment, and borrowing, which the government uses to inform policy, guide financial planning, and determine social benefits.
-
Department for Work and Pensions Structural
ONS statistical data formally informs and determines the Department for Work and Pensions' pension rate decisions.
Show all 40 connections
-
Office for Budget Responsibility Structural
ONS provides core statistical data that OBR uses to generate and challenge public finance forecasts.
-
Rachel Reeves Structural
ONS produces official economic data that is relied upon by Rachel Reeves to inform her economic policy and public statements.
-
HM Treasury Structural
HM Treasury utilizes official GDP growth figures provided by the Office for National Statistics for its economic reporting.
-
International Monetary Fund Structural
ONS provides national economic data that is used by the IMF to generate inflation and growth forecasts.
-
RSM UK Structural
ONS provides official statistical data that RSM UK utilizes as essential input for its economic analysis.
-
Keir Starmer Structural
ONS produces official data that Keir Starmer uses to inform his political viability and leadership strategy.
-
Pat McFadden Operational
Pat McFadden uses and actively challenges the official labour market data provided by the Office for National Statistics in his public commentary.
-
AJ Bell Structural
ONS provides essential data inputs that AJ Bell utilizes to inform its pension projection services.
-
House of Commons Library Structural
The House of Commons Library relies on and utilizes statistical data and service outputs provided by the Office for National Statistics for its analysis.
-
10 Downing Street Structural
ONS provides official debt figures and economic data that directly inform political decision-making at 10 Downing Street.
-
bank Structural
ONS provides essential economic data, such as CPI, which informs monetary policy and operational decisions within the banking sector.
-
Tesco Structural
ONS provides official economic data that Tesco uses to inform market trends and guide pricing decisions.
-
Tories Operational
The Tories utilize official data from the ONS to inform political commentary and policy debate.
-
European Central Bank Structural
UK inflation data produced by the Office for National Statistics informs the policy decisions of the European Central Bank.
-
British Retail Consortium Operational
BRC actively uses ONS data to track market trends, while ONS data reflects industry challenges and context provided by BRC.
-
Cabinet Office Structural
ONS provides official data that informs the Cabinet Office's policy responses to national economic issues, such as youth unemployment.
-
Wales Shared context
ONS collects and publishes official statistical data regarding demographics and economic indicators within Wales.
-
ASI Structural
ASI's tracker utilizes data sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
-
World Cup Operational
The World Cup influences consumer spending and sales volumes, which are tracked by the Office for National Statistics.
-
parliament Structural
The Office for National Statistics provides national data that is used by the parliament to inform salary benchmarks.
-
Hargreaves Lansdown Structural
Hargreaves Lansdown utilizes data provided by the Office for National Statistics for its analytical purposes.
-
Paul Nowak Mentioned together
Paul Nowak utilizes official economic data published by the Office for National Statistics for his analysis and public warnings.
-
British Chambers of Commerce Operational
ONS provides official economic data that the British Chambers of Commerce uses to inform business commentary and warnings.
-
Jeremy Leaf Operational
A bases public commentary on official rent inflation data published by B.
-
Food and Drink Federation Mentioned together
FDF utilizes official statistical data from ONS to monitor inflation trends and inform industry outlook.
-
Full Fact Structural
Full Fact utilizes official data and figures provided by the Office for National Statistics for its fact-checking operations.
-
Anna Turley Structural
Anna Turley uses official data published by the Office for National Statistics to support her claims.
-
U.K. Shared context
The Office for National Statistics provides official economic data (GDP, inflation, borrowing) regarding the U.K.'s performance.
-
Alan Milburn Mentioned together
ONS provides statistical data that Alan Milburn uses to inform his reports on social issues.
-
Paul Lewis Structural
Paul Lewis utilizes expert analysis derived from the official economic data published by the Office for National Statistics.
-
David Hollingworth Structural
Hollingworth bases his professional commentary and analysis on official economic data published by the Office for National Statistics.
-
Springboard Structural
Springboard relies on official data published by the Office for National Statistics for its analytical work.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
7 events- Reconomy provided expert commentary on current climate change trends.
- Full Fact used ONS figures to contradict claims made by Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden.
- The Bank of England uses ONS data while its Governor attends IMF meetings in Bangkok, and Megan Greene serves on the MPC.
- NHS patients are being treated in lower-cost settings as the IFS and ONS release productivity data.
- ONS provided private renter data in England, which the Joseph Rowntree Foundation analyzed for housing costs, involving Islington councillor Michael O’Sullivan.
- Andy Burnham, advised by Andrew Griffith and informed by ONS data, led the push for tax cuts and pension alternatives to Labour's plans amid opposition from Tories.
- Tories referenced ONS figures on NEET youth, and Andrew Griffith announced a new pledge for the party.
September 2026
32 events- John Healey relies on Office for National Statistics data to formulate the economic outlook.
- ONS figures show a rise in grocery costs, prompting discussion on food manufacturer pricing and input costs.
- Economic analysis of UK growth trends, citing ONS data and OBR forecasts, while noting the impact of the World Cup.
- Morningstar DBRS reviewed average interest cover ratio data from UK Finance and used ONS data on average private rent.
- Esso operates filling stations in the Blackburn area while the Office for National Statistics tracks UK Consumer Prices Index inflation data.
- ONS data showed spending outstripped tax receipts, and war caused higher interest on inflation-linked debt.
- A public spending debate is underway in Westminster, utilizing data provided by the Office for National Statistics.
- ONS data informs public understanding of pension reliance, with Hargreaves Lansdown estimating future pension dependency and Telegraph highlighting calculation issues.
- Record borrowing levels are putting pressure on the Chancellor, as the Office for National Statistics releases official data on public finances.
- A collection of developments regarding the economic fallout of Middle East conflicts, including ONS data releases, appointments at the Bank of England, and institutional criticism.
- ONS data shows motor fuels drive inflation, and the CMA is operating PumpWatch to ensure market transparency.
- ONS confirms fuel costs are driving inflation, with specific price lists available for Esso garages near Basildon and the London-bound A127.
- UK inflation rose to 3.1% while Congress passed a War Powers Resolution on Iran and Araghchi visited Beijing.
- The US-Iran conflict is driving up oil prices, leading to inflation that is now affecting household budgets in Evesham.
- Ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine are affecting global oil supplies and driving price hikes.
- BoE rate hikes and inflation data are impacting consumer budgets and premium grocer sales in the UK.
- The closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the Iran war is driving up oil costs, while Andy Burnham comments on the UK economy's resilience amid economic pressures on the Bank of England.
- Healey's budget confirmation and ONS data are now informing AJ Bell's pension projections, driving pension certainty.
- ONS data published informs analysis by the House of Commons Library and commentary from the Resolution Foundation.
- The Office for National Statistics is providing data that is being used by the Resolution Foundation and the National Institute of Economic and Social Research for economic commentary on policy.
- Economic analysis suggests that the central bank may increase interest rates to combat inflation, based on labor market data from the ONS.
- ONS data informs pension increase decisions.
- The Office for National Statistics published official UK GDP growth figures, noting the expected severe impact of the Iran conflict and the Strait of Hormuz closure.
- ONS is monitoring economic data concerning the growth of the AI sector, which supports government claims ahead of the budget update.
- ONS data is informing the Bank of England's economic outlook, which is being influenced by geopolitical instability from the US-Iran war.
- Springboard analyzed the economic impact of the job crisis using ONS data, while Rachel de Souza warned about hidden college teens.
- ONS and BRC reported on shoplifting and retail crime incidents across England and Wales.
- Water companies across England and Wales are facing bill rises due to necessary network upgrades and shared regulatory oversight.
- Foreign acquisitions of UK companies nearly doubled in value, according to the Office for National Statistics.
- The Office for National Statistics is undergoing transformation efforts and has hired expertise from the Bank of England.
- ONS data tracks property price changes in Bolton, England.
- Ofgem confirmed energy price cap increases while ONS data reveals Pendle is the least energy-efficient area in Lancashire.
August 2026
6 events- The Department for Work and Pensions and the Office for National Statistics both track UK demographic and economic trends.
- UK inflation data informs Bank of England rate expectations, while the U.S. Treasury's bond buyback drove bond market stability.
- The new leader has made tackling the NEET crisis a key premiership pillar, backed by official ONS data and estimates that youth unemployment costs the UK £125bn annually.
- ONS figures are being used to inform the youth unemployment crisis response, leading to proposals for a major overhaul of the £90bn public procurement system.
- ONS announces RPI inflation data for England. Government also sets the cap on regulated train fares.
- ONS revised its definition of infrastructure investment on August 25, 2026.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
9 events- ONS data highlights cost of living issues, prompting calls for government action regarding housing market failures, involving expert advice and political pressure.
- ONS provides crime survey data for England, while Katie White established Enough to distribute rape kits addressing sexual violence in England and Wales.
- Andy Burnham is advocating for a public service model for care, citing demographic trends informed by ONS data in various media outlets.
- The Office for National Statistics (ONS) provided official figures detailing government borrowing on July 21, 2026.
- The Office for National Statistics released official data detailing current UK inflation trends.
- ONS revealed inflation slowed, while US-Iran tensions continue to affect oil prices and corporate markets.
- ONS and Shopify provide merchant data and sales volumes, serving as benchmarks for cultural consumer spending.
- ONS data shows consumer spending patterns are shifting due to inflation.
- CPI inflation remains above the Bank of England's target rate.
June 2026
6 events- ONS data is being used to inform the Bank of England's central bank interest rate decisions.
- UK economic update: Instability poses risks to the labour market, with welcomed data supporting economic strategy.
- Escalating conflict in the Middle East is causing oil prices to rise, impacting global markets tracked from London and the New York Mercantile Exchange.
- Office for National Statistics data is being used to guide central bank policy outlooks, influenced by geopolitical stability issues in the Middle East.
- The economic impact of the US-Iran conflict is being reported through the lens of the UK's Office for National Statistics.
- The government appointed Alan Milburn to lead a review addressing the youth unemployment crisis, utilizing ONS data.