Mission and tasks
Mission
Statistics Finland supports democratic decision-making based on facts, as well as scientific research by producing reliable statistics, studies and datasets describing society. Statistics Finland develops the national statistical service in co-operation with other Government officials.
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 3.5.2012
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