STATS19 collection and use: feedback from data providers
This report summarises feedback from STATS19 police force data providers, based on engagement via a survey and in-depth interviews in early 2025.
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Overall, this work suggests that most forces provide some training and quality assurance of STATS19 data, though there are variations in organisation and practices across the country. Based on responses received to the survey and in-depth interviews of a sample of STATS19 data providers:
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most police forces provide some training to officers in the reporting of STATS19 data, though in around half of cases it is considered that this could be more effective
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most forces carry out some form of quality assurance on at least half of the STATS19 reports received
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over half of respondents use the STATS20 guidance document, though around half feel that the department could provide further guidance
This work has identified a number of areas where the department might take action to support further continuous improvement in the collection of STATS19 data, which will be considered alongside further research looking at a more specific aspect of reporting (related to the new road safety factors).