But the official statisticians are now clear that they, at least in part, are a factor in a number of offences.

However, some economists are starting to wonder if the official statisticians may have actually got the robust state of consumer spending right.

Britain's budget forecasters also say the headroom could be almost halved by the way that official statisticians treat student loans in the public accounts.

In a piece of positive news for organizers, Britain's official statisticians said on Wednesday the Olympics had given a much-needed jobs boost to the economy.

In a piece of positive news for organisers, Britain's official statisticians said on Wednesday the Olympics had given a much-needed jobs boost to the economy.