Mission and tasks
Statistics Finland's mission is to combine collected data with its expertise to produce statistics and information services for the needs of society, promote the use of statistics and develop national official statistics.
Statistics Finland's task is to
- Compile statistics and reports concerning social conditions
- Collect and maintain data files on society
- Provide information service and promote the use of statistics
- Develop statistical methods and conduct studies supporting the development of statistics
- Develop the national statistical service in co-operation with other Government officials
- Co-ordinate the national statistical service
- Participate in and co-ordinate Finland's international statistical co-operation
Last updated 30.12.2009