Welcome to the Manchester Statistical Society.
The Society was established in 1833 by a small group of friends and acquaintances who were concerned at the widespread poverty which existed in Manchester at the time. Many of our founders were clergymen, merchants, bankers or manufacturers, not statisticians in a formal sense, but they recognised that the collection of statistical evidence and its discussion was an important first step towards social reform.

Nearly two hundred years later we retain a keen interest in current social and economic issues, and hold monthly meetings from October to March at which invited speakers present a paper on a contemporary topic. Our meetings are aimed at a general audience rather than professional statisticians and new members are always welcome. If you’d like to become a member, or would simply like to attend one of our lectures, please do get in touch.

Philip Hulme – President, Manchester Statistical Society