A release calendar is published semi-annually. In instances when approximate release dates are given, the precise release dates are announced on the last business day of the prior week. In addition, a flash report with the principal data shown in the press release is electronically mailed to financial news agencies only. Agencies who are connected to the system receive the flash report instantaneously and simultaneously on their screen. Independence was granted by the Royal Act of 1899 and reconfirmed by law in 1996.
Confidentiality is guaranteed.
Individual data are never published without consent. The Royal Act of 19 January 1899 concerning the Central Bureau of Statistics and the Central Commission for Statistics is repealed. Our Minister shall not give him instructions in this respect. Law of 18 April 1996 established the Central Bureau of Statistics and the Central Commission for Statistics. 77, and 4 June 1992, Stb.