Statistics Explained

Glossary:Secondary source of statistical data

Secondary source of statistical data refers to an organisation or an individual, other than those responsible for the collection and aggregation of data from their initial source, that is involved in the distribution of statistical data.

Secondary sources may redistribute information received from the primary source either in their initial form or after some transformation, including further aggregation, reclassification, or other manipulation such as seasonal adjustment.

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