How is my data used?
Your data is used by the National Statistics Office to produce official statistics that help inform government policy, public services, businesses, researchers, and the general public.
Here’s a breakdown of how your data is used and protected:
Aggregated & Anonymised
Your personal responses are combined with others to create overall statistics.
Example: “20% of households in Valletta have internet access.”
Your identity is not revealed in any published results.
For Statistical Purposes Only
By law, we are strictly prohibited from disclosing any identifiable information to any third party, including government entities.
Aggregated data is essential for research and policymaking, as it helps measure key indicators such as employment, inflation, income levels, housing, education, health, and more.
The aim is to understand national trends, not to track individual people.
Protected by Law
Statistical offices worldwide, including the Maltese National Statistics Office, are bound by strict data protection laws such as the Malta Statistics Authority Act (Cap. 422).
- Kept confidential
- Stored securely
- Not shared with other departments or third parties
Used for Better Decisions
Your data helps governments:
- Allocate resources (schools, hospitals)
- Plan infrastructure (roads, housing)
- Monitor social and economic wellbeing
- Meet EU/international reporting obligations
For Research & Quality
Sometimes, anonymised data may be shared with research institutions or international statistical agencies, under strict conditions. It’s also used to:
- Improve future surveys
- Ensure quality outputs
