Research projects
Using archives to examine the BSE epidemic

Student Isobel Newby reflects on the research process of undertaking a PhD during a global pandemic.
Discover all the latest news, projects and updates from blogs across The National Archives.
Research projects
Student Isobel Newby reflects on the research process of undertaking a PhD during a global pandemic.
The collection
Over 100 Security Service (MI5) files are being released today covering a wide range of subjects and individuals. Most notably, the Cambridge Five spy ring.
The collection
Take a behind-the-scenes look at why some of our records are not kept at our main site in London, as we head underground to explore Deep Store.
The collection
The new National Archives blogs launched in 2025, but our older posts can still be read in the UK Government Web Archive.