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What will happen to Scots who fail to submit census?

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Yesterday, the National Records of Scotland revealed that a quarter of Scots have yet to return their census form. Over two million Scottish households have submitted their census response, but a further 700,000 still need to complete it.

And there could be serious consequences for those who do not submit the form by the deadline of May 1, 2022. Angus Robertson MSP, Cabinet Secretary for the Constitution, External Affairs and Culture said:“It’s essential that every householder in Scotland completes the census; it’s also your legal responsibility.“I would ask everyone who has not submitted their census return to do so now.“We know that there are people who have begun the census online but haven’t completed it, and that others have requested a paper copy but haven’t yet returned it.

If this applies to you, please act now and use the support available to ensure we receive your response by the deadline.”Here is what could happen if you fail to submit your census on time.Completing the census is required by law.The Census Act 1920 allows for a census to be taken every five years.

Under this legislation, people who fail or refuse to submit a completed census form in good time could face prosecution, which could lead to a criminal record.Providing false information to the census is also a criminal offence.Fines of up to £1000 pounds can be issued to each person who does not submit take part in the census.This does not cover court costs.Absolutely not.

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