Article sections separate the different types of content on the page. Consistency is important for our users, so we should aim to use standard section headings where possible.
We have created recommended structures for each of the article types based on research.
Article type |
Description |
Recommended structure |
In-depth analysis (template (Word, 169KB)) |
An in-depth look at a topic using new or experimental data |
Main points
Labelled analysis section(s)
[Topic] data
Glossary
Data sources and quality
Future developments
Related links |
Cross-cutting analysis (template (Word, 169KB)) |
Broader analysis formed from linking separate data and topics |
Main points
Labelled analysis section
[Topic] data
Glossary
Data sources and quality
Future developments
Related links |
Review (template (Word, 169KB)) |
A retrospective examination of previously published data from a different angle |
Main points
Labelled analysis section(s)
[Topic] data
Glossary
Data sources and quality
Future developments
Related links |
Commentary (template (Word, 169KB)) |
Commentary on trends found in thematically linked bulletins published on the same day |
Main points
Overview of [topic]
Labelled analysis section(s)
Related links |
Methodology changes (template (Word, 169KB)) |
Explanation of how recent or upcoming changes in methodology affect data or findings |
Main changes
Overview of [method or topic]
Labelled section per change
Future developments
Related links |
Progress report (template (Word, 169KB)) |
Description of a project, programme or roadmap, or an update on any progress, changes or developments |
Overview of project or changes
Labelled section per bullet
Future developments
Related links |
Digital content article |
Short articles on a timely topic that are collaboratively written with the Digital Content team and focus on visual representation of data |
Email DigitalContent@ons.gov.uk to find out more about Digital content articles and how to commission them. |