Census 2027 in Ireland, scheduled for April and May 2027, marks a significant transition as it allows online submissions for the first time. Junior Minister Hildegarde Naughton acknowledged that while many will likely choose the digital option, a substantial number of households will still complete paper forms in Irish and English. This initiative aims to transform how censuses are conducted and enhance data analysis, which is essential for effective state resource planning and will influence electoral boundaries in upcoming elections.
“Census 2027 will be a major undertaking for the CSO as, for the first time in Irish history, the public will have the option to complete their census form online.”
“Moving to a digital census will help to process and analyse the data.”
“The option will still be there for the paper forms.”
“Politically the next census will also be important as it will be used to revise the local, European and Dáil constituencies in advance of the 2029 elections.”
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