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# Seeking permanent home for John le Carré literary archive

The John le Carré literary archive has been accepted in lieu of tax by the
government.

Published 4 February 2025

You can find more details in the latest [Acceptance in Lieu
report](https://www.artscouncil.org.uk/supporting-arts-museums-and-libraries/supporting-collections-and-cultural-property/acceptance-lieu/cultural-gifts-scheme-and-acceptance-lieu-annual-report-202324)
published by Arts Council England. The John le Carré archive is reported at case
21.

Any library, record office or institution in the United Kingdom interested in
acquiring this collection should contact Liz Hart, Collections and Manorial
Records Manager,
at [asl@nationalarchives.gov.uk](mailto:asl@nationalarchives.gov.uk) for more
information about the application process.

Applications for allocation of this material must be received in writing by
email (same address as above) or by post at the following address:

Liz Hart  
Archives Sector Leadership  
The National Archives  
Kew, Richmond  
TW9 4DU

The deadline for applications is **Friday 7 March 2025**.

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