Census deadline looms

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Time is running out for Rochdale residents to complete and return their census questionnaires.

The census deadline is Wednesday 6 April, leaving just days for people to complete the questionnaire online or return it in the post.

If a form has not been returned by 6 April, one of 35,000 census collectors will visit within the following few days.

Collectors will offer help and advice to those who have had difficulty filling in their census forms and will supply replacement questionnaires if they have been lost or damaged.

Taking part in the census is very important as it is used to help plan and fund a range of services for communities such as transport, education and health. Everyone must be included in the census – it is a legal requirement to complete and return the questionnaire.

Questionnaires can be completed online at www.census.gov.uk or returned in the envelope provided before the 6 April deadline.

Anyone requiring help can use the online help site at www.census.gov.uk or contact the 2011 Census helpline on 0300 0201 101.