Statistical Notice 2026/02 - BEEDS user acceptance testing (UAT) environment – Statistical taxonomy v1.3.1 FINAL

What Changed

• - Introduction of BEEDS UAT environment specifically for testing Statistical Taxonomy v1.3.1 FINAL, described as the last UAT before live end-May 2026 submissions.
• Requirement for software houses to submit valid files for every statistical entry point (no nil returns accepted) to qualify as recognised; Form IP submissions strongly encouraged though not mandatory.
• Automatic access for statistical reporting firms using existing LIVE credentials; software houses must request access by email.
• Post-UAT validation by BoE, with potential loading of test files for verification, and email notifications on review outcomes.
• Reminder that BoE name usage in marketing requires prior Press Office approval. No prior taxonomy version explicitly compared, but this builds on prior UAT cycles (e.g., 2025 Notice proposed two windows including Spring 2026).

Suggested Considerations

• Statistical reporting firms: Monitor email for temporary UAT password from beedsuat_donotreply@bankofengland.co.uk; log in using existing LIVE firm/user details (no access request needed); submit valid test files across entry points during window.
• Software houses: Email BEEDSqueries@bankofengland.co.uk by 20 March 2026 for access; submit valid, non-nil files for every statistical entry point (include Form IP if possible); await BoE validation and recognition list update.
• All parties: Ensure submissions contain valid data only; avoid nil returns; seek Press Office approval for any BoE name use in promotions.
• Review full details on BoE Statistical Reporting page for recognised software house list.

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