Robert Chote, former director of the Office for Budget Responsibility and the current chair of the UK Statistics Authority, discusses the unreliability of the UK's unemployment statistics. He argues for a more courageous fiscal approach rather than strict adherence to rules. Chote dives into the significance of accurate economic data in shaping policy, the challenges of using traditional survey methods versus AI for better insights, and the need for a broader understanding of economic health that transcends mere GDP figures.

Sir Robert Chote, former head of the Institute for Fiscal Studies and the Office for Budget Responsibility, now chairs the UK Statistics Authority. He discusses the critical roles of these institutions in shaping UK economic policy and managing budget forecasts. Chote addresses the challenges of post-COVID fiscal management, emphasizing data transparency in decision-making. He shares insights on key drivers for economic growth like education and infrastructure while reflecting on his transition from journalism to policy-making, blending humor with serious analysis.

Experts Sir Robert Chote, Dr. Craig McLaren, and Professor Mairi Spowage discuss communicating uncertainty in statistics. They explore challenges in presenting statistics, interpreting economic data, estimating regional data, and navigating uncertainty in economic forecasting and international comparisons.