A changing society and its population statistics: reorientations in the Netherlands

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Latten, J.J. | Veenstra, C.J.^{; 1}

Affiliations: Netherlands Central Bureau of Statistics, Department for Population Statistics, P.O. Box 959, 2270 AZ Voorburg, Netherlands

Note: [1] With thanks to Mr. R. Verhoef for his comment on a former draft.

Abstract: Modern society is characterized by a growing complexity which is reflected in its population patterns. Using traditional demographic grids and categories, changes in living arrangements and household formation or ethnic composition cannot be covered adequately nor can developments in immigration and procreation patterns be explained or forecasted. Adequate basic population statistics are needed for this, as for studying the effects of social welfare measures, education policies, the integration of ethnic minorities, housing and environmental policies. The NCBS is therefore continuously adapting the scope and definitions of its population statistics.

DOI: 10.3233/SJU-1993-10402

Journal: Statistical Journal of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe, vol. 10, no. 4, pp. 335-357, 1993