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The Evolution of British Statistics and the Future of the Census

This chapter explores the historical development of statistics in Britain from the 1880s to the 1940s, focusing on key figures and their problematic ties to eugenics. It also addresses current debates over the relevance of traditional census practices in light of modern data collection methodologies.

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