Abstract
Considerable experience is obtained in the Netherlands with statistical co-ordination in the field of economic statistics over the past decade. The basic requirements for co-ordination necessitate specification of the following elements: (i) a system of statistical units; (ii) several types of classifications; (iii) a set of definitions of economic concepts and rules for the practical implementation of these definitions; and (iv) a central register of statistical units.
Two classifications have been developed within the Central Bureau of Statistics, The Standard Activity Classification and the Standard Commodity Nomenclature.
The development of a central register of statistical units is under way. In addition, supplementary measures are taken to enhance co-ordination within the Netherlands Central Bureau of Statistics.
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