Information management | The National Archives

The National Archives is the central advisory body on the care of records and archives, in all media, from creation to long-term preservation. These pages contain information for owners and custodians of records, archivists, special collection librarians, records managers and conservators.

Records management

Guidance for government on managing public records, in paper and electronic formats.
Archives Sector Development

Guidance and information for the wider archival sector.

Conservation and preservation

Preserving traditional and digital records, and information on The National Archives' work in this area.
Public sector information

Our role in developing information management across government and the wider public sector.

Policy and legislation

Policies and legislation that relate to, or affect, archives and records management.
Information Management Assessment

Independent validation of how government handles knowledge and information.