Non-Response in Probability Sample Surveys in the Czech Republic

Non-response trends in Czechia point to a decline in the survey climate in 1990s. While non-contacts and refusals are a significant problem, issues relating to how fieldwork is undertaken are equally important. The relative success of the Czech Statistical Office in attenuating non-response demonstrates that prudent surveying strategies can be effective. An examination of two waves of the European Social Survey reveals both the problems and strategies available for response rate enhancement.