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How can we make the algorithms used by the government as fair as possible, and what role could proper archiving play in that process?

Consumer technology is developing very rapidly. The opportunities created by smartphones and mobile internet yield a wealth of data.

Statistics Netherlands uses many sources to compile its statistics. Perhaps the best-known method is carrying out surveys.

It is the job of Statistics Netherlands to produce and publish official statistics that can help inform the public debate in the Netherlands.

We convert these into usable pieces without disclosing any personal characteristics, This is known as anonymisation or pseudonymisation.

When you complete a survey or send data to us, the data is always encrypted. After that, the data is stored in a secure environment at Statistics Netherlands.

Statistics Netherlands never provides identifiable data to third parties, not even to other government bodies.

We use the most advanced technology to do this. Statistics Netherlands applies the very highest security standards and has its security assessed regularly.

When we convert raw data into statistics, we remove any personal data that could lead to individuals being identified at the earliest possible stage.

Individuals are not legally required to take part, but of course, we hope that you will be willing to do so.

Statistics Netherlands is subject to the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a law that helps protect the privacy of citizens.

Statistics Netherlands has its own Data Protection Officer (DPO) who supervises the application of and compliance with the GDPR within the organisation.

Your name and address were chosen at random from a large database that includes all households in the Netherlands: the Personal Records Database.

Statistics Netherlands complies with the strictest data privacy requirements, and to ensure that this continues to be the case, an annual review is conducted by an external organisation.

The professional independence of Statistics Netherlands is essential in order to ensure trust in public statistics.