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Our population is changing and so is the way we measure it

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Not only is the population changing in size and structure, the way we measure it is also changing. Mary Gregory explains what is driving population growth and the progress the Office for National Statistics is making to continually improve our population estimates so they best meet user needs.

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Understanding the new income statistics for local areas: Different measures for better insights

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The ONS has been busy producing faster, more detailed statistics using new data sources. Providing clearer insights at the local level is an important aspect of this work.  Ainslie Woods explains how our  local income statistics compare and why they offer a complementary picture of local areas. 

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Exploring findings from the Winter COVID-19 Infection Study

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In November 2023 ONS and UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) launched the Winter COVID-19 Infection Study (Winter CIS) to gather vital data on levels of the virus in the colder months. 

James Tucker explores some of the findings and takes a deeper look at what they can tell us about ongoing symptoms and risk factors. 

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