Crime Statistics and Accountability

This chapter examines the conflicting crime statistics from the Office of National Statistics, highlighting a 14% drop in crime when excluding fraud and computer misuse, contrasted by a 14% increase when including these factors. It critiques the government's portrayal of crime reduction and discusses the importance of accurate data interpretation, especially in the wake of misleading claims from the Prime Minister. The chapter also highlights the role of independent fact-checkers and suggests reforms to enhance accountability for misleading statements in Parliament.