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Census 2021 quality assurance strategy

Date published: 21 January 2021

Statistics: Census 2021,  Quality assurance,  Census 2021 background

Download the Census 2021 quality assurance strategy.

Purpose

This strategy outlines how NISRA ensures the quality, reliability, and credibility of the 2021 Census results in Northern Ireland. It supports the delivery of high-quality, fit-for-purpose statistics that meet user needs and comply with the UK Code of Practice for Statistics.

Key objectives

  • Deliver accurate, timely, and trustworthy census statistics.
  • Maximise response rates and ensure inclusivity across all population groups.
  • Protect personal data and maintain public confidence.
  • Enable consistent and comparable outputs across the UK and Ireland.

Documents

  • Census 2021 quality assurance strategy Adobe PDF (240 KB)

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Last updated: 27 May 2025

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  • Official Statistics producer – Upholding Trust, Quality and Value
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