Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency facts for kids
The Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) is a special group that works for the government in Northern Ireland. It is part of the Department of Finance, which handles money matters for Northern Ireland. NISRA's main job is to collect and share important facts and figures about Northern Ireland.
These facts are called statistics. They tell us about the economy (how money and jobs work), the population (how many people live there), and society (how people live and interact).
What NISRA Does
NISRA helps us understand Northern Ireland better by gathering lots of information. They collect data on many things, like how many people live in Northern Ireland, what jobs they have, and how the economy is doing. This information helps the government make good decisions.
The Census Explained
One of NISRA's biggest jobs is to carry out the census. A census is like a big survey that happens every ten years. It counts every person and household in Northern Ireland. The last census was on 21 March 2021. The information from the census helps local councils and the government plan for schools, hospitals, and other services.
Keeping Records: The GRO
NISRA also includes the General Register Office (GRO). The GRO is responsible for keeping official records of important life events. These records include:
- Births (when someone is born)
- Marriages (when people get married)
- Civil partnerships (another type of legal union)
- Deaths (when someone passes away)
These records are very important for legal reasons and for understanding changes in the population over time.
See Also
- Central Statistics Office (Ireland)
- Office for National Statistics
- UK Statistics Authority
- Census in the United Kingdom
