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Getting to know INSEE

One main goal and six missions: The National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) collects, produces, analyzes, and disseminates information on the French economy and society.

Legislative and regulatory framework: Legislative framework for INSEE, official statistics (French and European laws).

Organization: INSEE is a Directorate General of the French Ministry of the Economy, Finance and Industry. It employs 5,275 people at facilities across the country.

Geographic locations: INSEE sites and schools all over France.

INSEE in the European statistical system: INSEE is an active contributor to EU statistical work.

Brief history: INSEE has been created by the Budget Act of April 27, 1946.

INSEE resources (budget, personnel categories): Funding for INSEE is included in the fiscal allocations to the Ministry of Economy, Industry, and Employment.

Working at INSEE: All the professional categories and competitive examinations calendar.

The population census

The population census survey takes place every year.

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