Chief Statistician’s update: ensuring quality in NHS waiting times statistics

Every month we publish official statistics on NHS activity and performance, including referral‑to‑treatment (RTT) waiting times. These are among the most closely watched figures we produce, because they help patients, clinicians, and policymakers understand how services are performing across Wales.

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Chief Statistician’s update: understanding affordable housing statistics

Affordable housing is a topic that consistently attracts significant public, political, and media interest in Wales. Whether it’s questions in the Senedd, scrutiny from the press, or queries from local authorities and the public, there’s a clear demand for timely, reliable information on the amount of affordable housing in Wales.

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A New Chapter for StatsWales: What to Expect from the Beta Launch

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Earlier in the summer I shared the news that a new StatsWales service is on its way. Today, I’m pleased to provide more detail on what you can expect as we prepare to launch the beta version of the new platform.

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Unearthing User Needs: Digging Deep into Digital Services for Disused Coal

By Ryan, Digital and Data team for Mining Legacy & Reservoir Safety

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In July, the Senedd passed the Disused Mine and Quarry Tips (Wales) Bill. It’s now received Royal Assent and the new Disused Tips Authority will be established in 2027 – a big milestone. But while the legislation is recently passed, the work to implement it has been underway for some time. Our digital and data work began in March 2024 and has been steadily building since.

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The GOV.WALES GEL design system: what it is and what’s next

Post by Tim, Corporate Digital Team, Welsh Government

We’re developing the GOV.WALES Global Experience Language (GEL) design system to help teams build consistent, accessible, and efficient digital products. Here’s how it works and what we’re planning.

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