Information managementShaping the way UK government information is managed
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.
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Guidance and standards
Guidance and standards for information management professionals, organised by keyword. -
Key policies and initiatives
Our policy responsibilities in the area of information management and the re-use of public sector information.
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Our services
Information on what we can do to help you; from licensing public sector information to conducting archive inspections. -
Legislation and regulations
Legislation that relates to, or affects, archives, records management or public sector information.
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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.
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Conservation and preservation
Preserving traditional and digital records, and information on The National Archives' work in this area. -
Information Management Assessment
Independent validation of how government handles knowledge and information.
New information management website launched
Government websites and The National Archives' Catalogue
Information Fair Trader Scheme
Advisory Panel on Public Sector Information