direct to your inboxEvery 10 years, a huge survey takes place which gives a picture of all the people and households living in England and Wales - and the next one is just around the corner.The Census helps organisations make decisions on planning and funding public services, including transport, education and healthcare.
The survey is recorded by the Office for National Statistics - the UK's largest independent producer of official statistics and the recognised national statistical institute of the UK.This year's census is due on Sunday, March 21.For the first time ever, the census will need to be completed online.
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