Rationalising statistics: land use change and housing and regional data

The government is committed to rationalise data collections to minimise burden on data providers whilst ensuring that the Department’s statistics are aligned with policy priorities and meet user needs.

The first part of the consultation is on land use change statistics and seeks views on data collection options to ensure that these statistics continue to meet users’ priority needs whilst maximising value for money.

The second part proposes a rationalised collection of housing data to reduce the burden on local authorities.

The third part consults on stopping publication of regional data in light of the closure of the Government Office Network.