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Introduction to the Work of the Census and Statistics Department (C&SD)

Learn about the functions, scope of work, and values of the Census and Statistics Department (C&SD) and Government Statistical Service. Discover the different divisions and statistical units that provide data analysis, consultation, and support services to government departments and bureaux.

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Introduction to the Work of the Census and Statistics Department (C&SD)

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  1. Introduction to the Work of the Census and Statistics Department (C&SD)

  2. Government Statistical Service • Census and Statistics Department (C&SD) • 31 government departments and bureaux are established with statistical units... the work of which being coordinated by the Census and Statistical Department Government Statistical Service

  3. Functions of the C&SD Conducting Statistical Surveys and Operating Statistical Systems to produce statistical data Performing Statistical Analysis and Disseminating Statistical Data and Analytical Results Providing Consultation and Support Services on Statistical Matters

  4. Organisation and Scope of Work General Statistics Division Social Statistics Division Economic Statistics Division (1) Economic Statistics Division (2) Economic Statistics Division (3) Census and Statistics Department Labour Statistics Population Censuses, By-censuses and Demographic Statistics National Income Statistics Industry Statistics Trade Statistics Dissemination of Statistics Distribution and Services Statistics Trade System Balance of Payments Statistics Support of IT applications in statistical work Labour Forces Characteristics Science and Technology Statistics Price Statistics Social Surveys Training and development Notes : (1) There are also three other branches, viz. Administration Branch (Finance, Personnel etc.) , Technical Secretariat (methods research) and Development Branch (development strategy, quality assurance). (2) Statistical staff in each division also provide statistical support services to a number of other government departments / bureaux.

  5. Outposted Statistical Units in Government Secretariat and Other Departments Government Secretariat (Central Policy Unit) Government Secretariat (Education and Manpower Bureau) Government Secretariat (Economic Analysis Division, Financial Secretary’s Office) Department of Health Hong Kong Police Force Housing Department Social Welfare Department Transport Department Trade and Industry Department Examples:

  6. Statistical CoordinationWithin the Government Implement uniform statistical standards Provide professional consultancy services to policy bureaux and departments Statistical units in the Government Secretariat and government departments Coordinate statistical activities within the government Promote quality standards of statistical services and strengthen the application of statistics for planning and policy formulation in the public sector Maintain close contact and communication with the international statistical community and keep abreast of user’ needs

  7. Professional Standardsin Statistical Work Methodology and definitions used complied with international statistical conventions and standards High quality standards maintained in collection, compilation and analysis of data Promoting uniform statistical standards amongst government departments bureaux Official statistics compiled must be reliable and must have reached an acceptable level of precision prior to their dissemination Keeping official statistics abreast with international developments Enhancing statistical systems to meet changing users’ needs and local environment

  8. Census and Statistics Department I. Vision To provide high-quality statistical services, contributing to the social and economic developments of Hong Kong. II. Mission 1. To provide adequate, relevant, reliable and timely statistics to facilitate research, discussion, planning and decision making within the government and in the community. 2. To ensure that the compilation and dissemination of statistics are in accordance with scientific principles, professional ethics and international standards. 3. To promote a user-based culture, ensuring that users can obtain effective and convenient services. III. Values 1. Professionalism 2. Objectivity and neutrality 3. Cost-effectiveness 4. Respect for privacy 5. Progressing with the times 6. Commitment to excellence

  9. Establishment of Census & Statistics Department Professional staff Sub-professional and survey field staff (Including statistics supervisor grade staff) Executive, clerical, secretarial and other staff Year

  10. Establishment of Statistical Staff in the Government Statistical Service C&SD Outposted （As at 1 September 2004) Establishment 517 361 Total establishment : 1522 (Including 519 other staff) 79 39

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