Statistical Disclosure Control for the 2011 UK Census
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Every 10 years since 1801, the UK has set aside one day for the census, whereby information is obtained on every member of the population. It is the most complete source of information about the population that we have with details of family composition, health, employment and other socio-economic characteristics. The information provided allows central and local Government, health authorities and many other organisations to target their resources more effectively and to plan housing, education, health and transport services for years to come. The next census is due to take place in 2011.
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