Population and household statistics are currently under the microscope and both central and local government are working to improve their relevance, accuracy and timeliness so that they are fit for purpose for the 21st Century. This is particularly important following the introduction of the Scottish Government's target to match average European (EU15) population growth over the period from 2007 to 2017.
The event on 31 October 2008 will bring together a range of speakers to present the latest developments, and to gather views to shape the priorities of the demography division of the General Register Office for Scotland (GROS)
Among the topics covered will be:
- Office for National Statistics Migration Statistics Improvement Programme
- Migration research within the ESRC Centre for Population Change
- Development and opportunities in data matching and use of administration sources
- Benefits of analysis at a local level
- Capacity building and joint working at a local level
Further information on the event, including venue and booking details, can be found at http://www.improvementservice.org.uk/component/option,com_jcalpro/Itemid,569/extmode,view/extid,362/
