Statistical processing

Source data

The source is Udbetaling Danmark social pensions register (UDKPE).

Frequency of data collection

Monthly.

Data collection

Data are transferred electronically from administrative registers on a secure platform via automated systems.

Data validation

The collected individual level data are examined for inconsistencies between the type of pension and background information such as age and that the amount paid is consistent with the amount defined by legislation. At an aggregate level, data are checked against data from previous years taking into account changes in legislation of old age and disability pension.

Data compilation

The validated data are aggregated prior to publication.

Adjustment

There is no adjustments of data.