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Mon, 13 Dec 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/522.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/520.htm?news=rss Over 3,000 images of seals from the record series DL 25 and DL 26 are now available to search and download free of charge. Thu, 09 Dec 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/520.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/519.htm?news=rss The National Archives' award-winning PRONOM service, an online registry of file formats which is crucial to digital preservation, has been able to significantly expand its database thanks to a successful international partnership. Mon, 06 Dec 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/519.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/518.htm?news=rss The National Archives' web continuity service was named as one of the runners-up in this year's Digital Preservation Awards at a ceremony at the Royal Institution of Great Britain. Mon, 06 Dec 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/518.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/517.htm?news=rss The National Archives and the Queen's Printer for Scotland has awarded contracts to publish all UK, (England and Wales), Northern Ireland and Scottish legislation to The Stationery Office Limited. Fri, 03 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/517.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/516.htm?news=rss The National Archives is open to the public today and all public services are operating. However, staff shortages due to adverse weather conditions mean that some services may be running more slowly than usual. Fri, 03 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/516.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/515.htm?news=rss The National Archives’ Education service has been voted the Best Content Provider at the Schools’ Videoconference User Awards 2010. Fri, 26 Nov 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/515.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/514.htm?news=rss The archives of major faith organisations in the UK have been surveyed for the first time to find out the extent and nature of the country’s written religious heritage and how it is cared for Wed, 24 Nov 2010 17:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/514.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/513.htm?news=rss The National Archives is looking for volunteers to help run the @ukwarcabinet twitter account, tweeting the events of the Second World War. Tue, 23 Nov 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/513.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/512.htm?news=rss The National Archives has published online for the first time the official papers of Margaret Thatcher, one of Britain's most iconic political figures. Thu, 18 Nov 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/512.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/511.htm?news=rss Find out about some of the events taking place as part of the Archive Awareness Campaign's 'Discovery' theme, celebrating pioneers in science, technology and medicine. Wed, 17 Nov 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/511.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/510.htm?news=rss Over 150 years of Chelsea Pensioners' British Army service records are available online for the first time. Mon, 15 Nov 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/510.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/509.htm?news=rss The National Archives holds a huge number of records relating to the 'Great War', from army records and trench maps to military strategy and War Office discussions. Thu, 11 Nov 2010 09:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/509.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/508.htm?news=rss The National Archives will be holding its annual Catalogue Day event on Friday 19 November at Kew. Mon, 08 Nov 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/508.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/507.htm?news=rss With fireworks displays taking place around the country this weekend, The National Archives take a look at the story and documents behind bonfire night. Fri, 05 Nov 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/507.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/506.htm?news=rss Newly released government files cover subjects ranging from the imprisonment of British Fascists during the Second World War to government spending cuts in 1979. Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:05:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/506.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/504.htm?news=rss The government’s public body review confirms The National Archives as a body to be retained, on the grounds of performing a technical function which should remain independent of Government. Thu, 14 Oct 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/504.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/503.htm?news=rss You can now help scientists understand the climate of the past and unearth new historical information by revisiting the voyages of First World War Royal Navy warships. Thu, 14 Oct 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/503.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/502.htm?news=rss The National Archives' in-depth research guides are getting a new 'look and feel' and extra functionality to make them easier to use. Tue, 12 Oct 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/502.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/501.htm?news=rss An interactive map on our Labs site - an online testing ground for new features and resources - enables visitors to hone in on Domesday data for their area, or download stunning photographs from the early 20th century. Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/501.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/500.htm?news=rss Based on the successful BBC radio series, Matthew Parris and Andrew Bryson have compiled an entertaining and hilarious volume of the best Foreign Office despatches in their new book: Parting Shots. Thu, 07 Oct 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/500.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/499.htm?news=rss The National Archives has received the Carbon Trust Standard for reducing energy consumption consistently over the last three years, including a 10% carbon reduction in 2009/10. Fri, 01 Oct 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/499.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/498.htm?news=rss The National Archives is today launching a new Open Government Licence, which makes it faster and easier than ever before to re-use public sector information. Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:05:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/498.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/497.htm?news=rss The National Archives has made accessible over 1,000 Royal Navy Medical Officers' Journals (ADM 101 series), as part of an extensive cataloguing project supported by the Wellcome Trust. 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Tue, 28 Sep 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/495.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/494.htm?news=rss Out this week, MI6: The History of the Secret Intelligence Service 1909 – 1949 is an unprecedented study is the authoritative account of the best-known intelligence organisation in the world. Mon, 20 Sep 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/494.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/493.htm?news=rss We have a series of public events and activities this week to celebrate, explore and promote equality and diversity. Wed, 22 Sep 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/493.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/492.htm?news=rss Due to an IT system upgrade, the bookshop will be closed to visitors on Tuesday 28 September. Mon, 20 Sep 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/492.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/491.htm?news=rss Archive Awareness has launched its 'Discovery' campaign, celebrating British ingenuity in science, technology and medicine. Thu, 16 Sep 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/491.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/490.htm?news=rss The Prison Hulk Registers and Letter Books, 1802-1849 have been launched online today by Ancestry.co.uk, revealing details of almost 200,00 Victorian convicts. Wed, 15 Sep 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/490.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/489.htm?news=rss A team of experts from The National Archives will be attending the National Family History Fair in Newcastle on Saturday 11 September 2010. 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Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/446.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/487.htm?news=rss Security Service files released today include personal files on ballet dancer Marina Lee, Nobel Prize winner Maurice Wilkins and James Bond screenwriter Cyril Wolf Mankowitz. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:05:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/487.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/486.htm?news=rss Go to Directgov to find out what the British government is doing to help and how you can donate to the DEC Pakistan Floods Appeal. Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/486.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/485.htm?news=rss The reading rooms at Kew will be undergoing some essential redevelopment during autumn 2010. Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/485.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/483.htm?news=rss Thousands of pages of Victorian workhouse and poor law records have been made available online today following the conclusion 'Living the Poor Life', a major project by The National Archives. Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/483.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/482.htm?news=rss Minister of State for Justice Lord McNally visited Winsford Rock Salt Mine in Cheshire, used to store documents on behalf of The National Archives. Tue, 10 Aug 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/482.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/481.htm?news=rss A new three-part series on BBC Two begins this week examining the impact the Normans have had on our civilisation and takes a look at one of their most remarkable achievements: Domesday. Thu, 05 Aug 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/481.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://ufos.nationalarchives.gov.uk/480.htm?news=rss The latest batch of UFO files has been released by The National Archives today at www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/ufos Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:05:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://ufos.nationalarchives.gov.uk/480.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/479.htm?news=rss Who Do You Think You Are?, the popular TV series in which celebrities trace their ancestry and uncover secrets from their past, is back on our screens on BBC One. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/479.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/478.htm?news=rss A new website launched today by The National Archives will give clearer, faster and simpler access to legislation – visit www.legislation.gov.uk Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/478.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/476.htm?news=rss Professor Peter Hennessy will be giving an evening lecture on Tuesday 27 July entitled Catch-up history and the Cold War. Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/476.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/475.htm?news=rss The 2010-11 annual report and resource accounts for The National Archives is now available to download. Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/475.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/473.htm?news=rss Records reveal the dangerous reality of the romanticised steam train age. Fri, 09 Jul 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/473.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/471.htm?news=rss A series of GCHQ files, including details of the previously top secret ‘UKUSA Agreement’ on sharing intelligence between Britain and the United States, is released today by The National Archives. Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/471.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/469.htm?news=rss The iconic red budget box, first used by William Gladstone 150 years ago, will be officially retired after next week's budget. Fri, 18 Jun 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/469.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/468.htm?news=rss We are currently developing a number of new and innovative ways of sharing, re-using and accessing our data. The first of these is The National Archives Labs - an area on our website where you are invited to test prototypes, provide feedback and help us to develop further our ideas for exciting online resources. Thu, 17 Jun 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/468.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/466.htm?news=rss As North Korea prepares to compete in its first World Cup for 44 years, recently digitised files at The National Archives reveal Foreign Office alarm at the prospect of the Communist regime sending a team to compete in the 1966 World Cup in England. Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/466.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/465.htm?news=rss We want to hear your views on the website to help us improve our services – please take our online survey. Tue, 08 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/465.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/463.htm?news=rss The Friends of The National Archives evening lecture, Disclosure, documentary release and candour in government, takes place on 15 June – tickets £5. Fri, 04 Jun 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/463.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/462.htm?news=rss A series of mental health registers reveal the stark reality of how the mentally ill were treated in Yorkshire over 130 years ago. Fri, 04 Jun 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/462.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/461.htm?news=rss New files released today cover subjects ranging from the arrest of a famous ballerina for attempting to overthrow the Panamanian government to a Special Operations file on a Sardinian war hero. Sat, 29 May 2010 00:05:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/461.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/460.htm?news=rss The design and layout of The National Archives' catalogue entry page has updated following feedback from our users both online and at our Kew site. Tue, 25 May 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/460.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/459.htm?news=rss There will be possible disruption to our Catalogue services on Monday 24 May. Fri, 21 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/459.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/458.htm?news=rss Archival documents available to download from DocumentsOnline reveal the history of hung parliaments. Thu, 20 May 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/458.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/457.htm?news=rss Search and download over 155,000 medal cards for campaign medals awarded to merchant seamen in the First World War from DocumentsOnline. Thu, 20 May 2010 13:15:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/457.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/456.htm?news=rss The Right Hon Kenneth Clarke has been appointed as the Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, and The Rt Hon Lord McNally has been announced as the Minister of State for the Ministry of Justice. Thu, 20 May 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/456.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/455.htm?news=rss Findmypast.co.uk has now put online the second tranche of Chelsea Pensioners' records, series WO 97. The online service now covers 1873-1900. Thu, 13 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/455.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/454.htm?news=rss Businesses now have the chance to win a place on The National Archives' new Digital Continuity Framework - providing specialised solutions and services that will enable the public sector to continue to use essential digital information over time. Thu, 01 Apr 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/454.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/453.htm?news=rss After more than 50 years of searching, the only known printed copy of Haiti's Declaration of Independence has been discovered at The National Archives in Kew. Thu, 01 Apr 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/453.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/452.htm?news=rss In the event of next week’s industrial action going ahead, The National Archives’ reading rooms will shut at 5pm every day, including Tuesday and Thursday, and there may be disruptions and delays to on site services. Wed, 31 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/452.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/450.htm?news=rss The National Archives is making the archived websites of central government departments more readily available by incorporating descriptions of websites into the Catalogue. Wed, 24 Mar 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/450.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/448.htm?news=rss To make more public data available for re-use, we will be moving all datasets currently available through the National Digital Archive of Datasets to our DocumentsOnline service over the next few months. Tue, 23 Mar 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/448.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/449.htm?news=rss The Prime Minister announced today that The National Archives will lead a programme to create an online Digital Domesday book, which will list re-usable central government datasets. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/449.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/447.htm?news=rss Interruptions to our online services may be experienced on Sunday 21 March. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/447.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/445.htm?news=rss From Monday 19 April 2010, we are introducing a new online process to order copies of documents that are not already downloadable from our website, replacing the existing estimate request and Digital Express services. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/445.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/444.htm?news=rss View our online video to see some of the changes government websites have undergone over the past ten years. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/444.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/443.htm?news=rss Chelsea Pensioners' service records from 1883 to 1900 (Catalogue series WO 97) can now be found online at findmypast.co.uk. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/443.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/439.htm?news=rss Following the announcement of nationwide industrial action by the PCS on Wednesday 24 March, we advise visitors not to plan to visit us on this day. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/439.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/441.htm?news=rss Following a contractual review, 'Ancestors', The National Archives’ family history magazine, will be discontinued after its April issue. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/441.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/442.htm?news=rss The General Register Office will be changing its fees for registration services in England and Wales, from 6 April 2010, including new charges for people ordering birth, death and marriage certificates Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/442.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/440.htm?news=rss Security Service records released today include files on prominent individuals, as well as investigations into the Hilter Youth and the Communist links of Theatre Workshop. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:05:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/440.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/438.htm?news=rss Using new evidence discovered in The National Archives, Chris Skidmore, author of Death and the Virgin, takes a fresh look at the early years of Elizabeth I’s reign. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/438.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/437.htm?news=rss The Alien Arrivals Collection goes online for the first time today, at Ancestry.co.uk, documenting the arrival of more than 610,000 immigrants into the UK between the late 18th and early 20th centuries. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:05:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/437.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/436.htm?news=rss We are pleased to announce the launch of our new academic strategy, which sets out The National Archives' intentions to improve the services and support we provide to our scholarly users. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/436.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/433.htm?news=rss The National Archives officially invites businesses to tender for its UK legislation publishing contracts via the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU). Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/433.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/434.htm?news=rss The fifth instalment of UFO files, the largest to date, has been released by The National Archives. The release contains 24 files, totalling over 6,000 pages of material spanning 1994-2000. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:05:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/434.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/432.htm?news=rss The National Archives is offering two adult tickets for the price of one for Who Do You Think You Are? Live at London’s Olympia, until Friday 19 February. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/432.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/431.htm?news=rss The education team at The National Archives have been awarded the prestigious Sandford Award, in recognition of providing outstanding heritage education. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/431.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/430.htm?news=rss A new Masters module in history education has been launched, developed by The National Archives in partnership with Roehampton University. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/430.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/429.htm?news=rss The Archive Awareness Campaign uncovers some of the Valentine's treasures held in our local archives. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/429.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/427.htm?news=rss Please complete a short online survey to tell us what you think of our website. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/427.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/425.htm?news=rss All birth, marriage and death records from our collection of Non-Parochial, Foreign and Maritime Registers can now be found online at BMDRegisters.co.uk Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/425.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/424.htm?news=rss Following the introduction of online access to digital images in the reading rooms at Kew, batches of redundant microfilms are being offered for disposal. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/424.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/422.htm?news=rss Criminal petitions at The National Archives tell fascinating, and sometimes shocking, stories of 19th century crime and punishment. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/422.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/421.htm?news=rss Fifty years after PM Harold Macmillan’s famous ‘winds of change’ speech, documents from The National Archives highlight its lasting significance. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/421.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/420.htm?news=rss A special London edition of Ancestors, the family history magazine from The National Archives, is out now. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/420.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/419.htm?news=rss The National Archives has won an e-Government National Award for the online 1911 census service. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/419.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/418.htm?news=rss The government has taken a major step toward a new approach to licensing the re-use of public sector information, with a new licence available on the data.gov.uk website. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/418.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/417.htm?news=rss Follow The National Archives on Twitter at www.twitter.com/uknatarchives. The free social networking site provides easy access to our latest news, podcasts and document releases. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/417.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/416.htm?news=rss The first ever comprehensive survey of religious archives has begun, with the first questionnaires going out to selected religious organisations across the country. Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/416.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/415.htm?news=rss To tie in with the Archive Awareness Campaign theme Take Flight, The National Archives is hosting a special talk, free of charge, on Thursday 14 January, 14:00-15:00, on the migration of the Welsh to Patagonia. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/415.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/413.htm?news=rss A conference on the history of pubs, organised by the Pub History Society, will be held at The National Archives on 20 February 2010. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/413.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/414.htm?news=rss Natalie Ceeney CBE, Chief Executive of The National Archives, announced today (Monday 11 January) that she will be leaving in mid-March, to take on a new role as Chief Executive of the Financial Ombudsman Service. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/414.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/412.htm?news=rss Watch the recent BBC report on The National Archives, as Chief Executive Natalie Ceeney highlights documents from the past and explains how we are embracing the future. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/412.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/411.htm?news=rss The records of seamen who joined the Royal Navy between 1853 and 1923 can now be searched and downloaded from DocumentsOnline Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/411.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/410.htm?news=rss We are open to the public today. However, conditions remain icy and we will monitor the weather and transport situation during the day. If conditions deteriorate, we may need to close earlier than usual, as we have done on Wednesday 6 and Thursday 7. Please visit the website for the most up-to-date information. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/410.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/409.htm?news=rss Our partner BMDRegisters.co.uk has added records of births, deaths and marriages of passengers at sea to its online service. Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/409.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/408.htm?news=rss Today sees the release of government records from 1979, including Cabinet minutes and memoranda and files from the Prime Minister's Office (PREM 16 and PREM 19 series), the highlights of which are now online. Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:01:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/408.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/407.htm?news=rss Eleven unique archival collections, including works from the first Director of The National Portrait Gallery, a Glaswegian carpet firm, and Poet Laureate Alfred Tennyson have been awarded grants by the National Cataloguing Grants Programme for Archives, 2009. Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/407.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/406.htm?news=rss The National Archives is delighted to offer you the chance to buy two adult tickets for the price of one for Who Do You Think You Are? Live, which takes place at London's Olympia between Friday 26 and Sunday 28 February 2010. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/406.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/405.htm?news=rss The National Archives hosts a variety of free talks in January, exploring the stories behind the records we hold. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/405.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/404.htm?news=rss The National Archives will be closed from Thursday 24 December to Monday 28 December inclusive, and from Friday 1 January to Monday 4 January inclusive. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/404.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/403.htm?news=rss Today we launch further improvements to The National Archives' website with our new homepage and our new Records section: nationalarchives.gov.uk/records Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/403.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/402.htm?news=rss A report of our ‘Meet the Chief Executive day’ held on 22 October is now available online. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/402.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/401.htm?news=rss The latest edition of Archive Sector Update is now available online – the enewsletter for those in the archival and information management Thu, 03 Dec 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/401.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/400.htm?news=rss The National Archives' Web Continuity project has been officially launched at the House of Lords this week. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/400.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/399.htm?news=rss The government has accepted three distinct collections in lieu of tax: the Aberdare, Penrhyn and Frank Martin archives. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/399.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/398.htm?news=rss The National Archives will be closed to the public for its annual stocktaking weekend from Friday 4 December to Monday 7 December inclusive. Our online services will not be affected. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/398.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/397.htm?news=rss You can now search and download 164 volumes of logbooks of the Royal Navy’s voyages of scientific discovery (ADM 55), as the collection is made available via DocumentsOnline. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/397.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/396.htm?news=rss Now published, 'Information matters: delivery plan for 2009-2010' is an action plan that outlines what needs to be done to fulfill the Government's Information Matters strategy, which was published last year. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/396.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/394.htm?news=rss Broken links will soon be a thing of the past for UK government websites, as The National Archives launches its unique Web Continuity project. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/394.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/393.htm?news=rss The National Archives is a BETT Award finalist for the third year in a row, for its Cabinet Papers 1915-1978 website. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/393.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/392.htm?news=rss Broken links will soon be a thing of the past for UK government websites, as The National Archives launches its unique Web Continuity project. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/392.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/391.htm?news=rss The National Archives is taking part in the annual BBC Radio 2 'Money Can't Buy' auction to help raise money for Children in Need. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/391.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/390.htm?news=rss From 4 January 2010 The National Archives will be open for five days a week (Tuesday to Saturday). We will also increase our opening hours and document ordering times on these days. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/390.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/389.htm?news=rss Due to essential maintenance work, you may experience intermittent problems in accessing our websites and online services between 19:00 and 21:30 on Wednesday 18 November 2009 and Thursday 19 November 2009. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/389.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/388.htm?news=rss The National Archives is taking part in the annual BBC Radio 2 'Money Can't Buy' auction to help raise money for Children in Need. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/388.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/387.htm?news=rss Today we launch some further improvements to The National Archives' website. We've redesigned and rewritten the pages containing our news, advice for visitors and corporate information Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/387.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/386.htm?news=rss Archive Awareness has just launched its ‘Take Flight’ campaign to celebrate local links with manmade flights and the movement of people. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/386.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/385.htm?news=rss The National Archives has made 99,000 RAF officers' service records available online for the first time. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/385.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/384.htm?news=rss Following a consultation on the Public Library Scheme, the Office of Public Sector Information (OPSI) has invited responses to its proposals. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/384.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/383.htm?news=rss The Knowledge Council's first Knowledge and Information Management Conference 'The Information Opportunity - delivering in challenging times' is taking place on Friday 13 November at the Victoria Plaza in London. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/383.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/382.htm?news=rss In partnership with The National Archives, Ancestry.co.uk has now made available online the entire collection of British Army World War One Service Records, 1914-1920, detailing the full military careers of more than two million soldiers who served during World War One. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:05:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/382.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/381.htm?news=rss Records from the RG 32 series, previously only viewable on microfilm at The National Archives, Kew, have been added to the online service at BMD Registers. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/381.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/380.htm?news=rss The National Archives would like to hear your views of the website to help us improve our services. Please take five minutes to complete our survey. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/380.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/379.htm?news=rss From the Gunpowder Plot to 1959, from personal bankruptcies to international treaties: November's fabulous range of free talks from The National Archives takes a refreshingly different view of history. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:05:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/379.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/378.htm?news=rss New files released by The National Archives cover subjects ranging from the French resistance during the Second World War to aristocratic impersonators. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:05:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/378.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/377.htm?news=rss Due to essential maintenance, some online services will not be available between 07:00 and 08:30 on Monday 26 October. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/377.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/376.htm?news=rss Actor Jude Law, who stars as Dr Watson in the upcoming Sherlock Holmes film, is descended from a family of Brixton-based master bakers, reveal records released by findmypast.com. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/376.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/375.htm?news=rss Friends of The National Archives is looking for a volunteer treasurer. Friends is an independent charity which supports The National Archives. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/375.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/374.htm?news=rss The latest edition of Ancestors magazine is out now, priced £3.99. Buy it online from The National Archives' bookshop. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/374.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/373.htm?news=rss A collection of early Irish maps (c.1558 – c.1610) from the ‘State Papers Ireland’ has, for the first time, been made available online by The National Archives. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/373.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/372.htm?news=rss The subject of how companies can use their archives to help build business has fallen under the media spotlight since the launch of The National Archives' Corporate Memory guide earlier this year. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/372.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/371.htm?news=rss A new partnership between JISC, the University of Sunderland, the Met Office Hadley Centre and the British Atmospheric Data Centre has enabled the use of historical naval logbooks in ground-breaking research on climate change. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/371.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/370.htm?news=rss Due to essential maintenance work, The National Archives website, and all related web services, will be unavailable between 06:00 and 07:00 on Wednesday 7 October. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/370.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/369.htm?news=rss From Sam Wanamaker and Ezra Pound to P G Wodehouse and Lee Miller; a look back through the files released by the Security Service over the last 12 years gives a curious insight into much more than just the political activity of these famous names. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/369.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/368.htm?news=rss The latest in a series of innovative videocasts to mark the 70th anniversary of the Second World War, has been released. The Longest Day tells the dramatic story of the Normandy landings. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/368.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/367.htm?news=rss The National Archives will be holding a ‘Meet the Chief Executive’ day on Thursday 22 October 2009. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/367.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/366.htm?news=rss Following an extensive consultation over the summer, The National Archives announced today a number of changes to its operations and public services. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/366.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/365.htm?news=rss Please note that due to essential upgrade work, DocumentsOnline will not be available on Saturday 26 September. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/365.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/364.htm?news=rss The UFO Files, published by The National Archives, is a collection of the most impressive reports from the Ministry of Defence's secret files on real-life UFO sightings. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/364.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/363.htm?news=rss Files uncovered during a cataloguing project at The National Archives shed new light on the hardships women endured in their fight for the vote 100 years ago. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/363.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/362.htm?news=rss We have launched a new education website today at nationalarchives.gov.uk/education. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/362.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/361.htm?news=rss A plaque has been unveiled in the grounds of The National Archives to commemorate the wartime history of the Kew site. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/361.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/360.htm?news=rss The National Archives is participating in a national conference exploring how the culture, tourism and sport sectors will meet the challenges of London 2012. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/360.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/359.htm?news=rss Our award-winning Learning Curve site has been redesigned and relaunched to reflect the huge range of educational resources we offer. Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/359.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/358.htm?news=rss Aliens and UFOs have captured the public's imagination both home and abroad, as the latest batch of UFO files saw over 450,000 file downloads in the first two days of their release. Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/358.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/357.htm?news=rss The National Archives is running an event looking at records of the first Sikh settlers in Britain. The event on 11 September will discuss the original records of the migrant journeys and military service of Sikh settlers. Mon, 07 Sep 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/357.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/356.htm?news=rss War on Film is a new series of six innovative videocasts to mark the 70th anniversary of the Second World War, launched online today by The National Archives. Thu, 03 Sep 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/356.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/355.htm?news=rss For the latest news on Archives Sector Development read our new enewsletter, ‘Archive sector update’. Wed, 02 Sep 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/355.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/354.htm?news=rss The National Archives is looking forward to the launch of its exciting new education website this autumn. The site replaces our award-winning Learning Curve website and will have the same extensive resources for teaching and learning history, but with a totally new look and a new address. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/354.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/353.htm?news=rss New releases from the Security Service, available now to download, feature fascinating files on Hitler’s deputy, Martin Bormann, actor and director Sam Wanamaker and other high-profile figures from the Second World War and post-war period. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:01:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/353.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/352.htm?news=rss The National Archives is closed from Saturday 29 August 2009 to Monday 31 August 2009 inclusive for the Summer bank holiday. Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/352.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/351.htm?news=rss As part of the Archive Awareness Campaign, Hampshire Archives is holding a football exhibition and film workshops to celebrate the game's history in the county. Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/351.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/350.htm?news=rss A three-month internship opportunity for ESRC-funded doctoral students is now available, to work with the Office of Public Sector Information (OPSI). Deadline: 30 September. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/350.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/349.htm?news=rss The Office star Martin Freeman uncovers surprising family secrets in Who Do You Think You Are? Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/349.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/348.htm?news=rss As the England cricket team head into the final test of the 2009 Ashes drawn 1-1 with Australia, The National Archives reveals the origin of the fiercely-fought rivalry. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/348.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/347.htm?news=rss Reports of mysterious lights, lemon-headed aliens and scrambled fighter jets can be found among the official UFO files released by the Ministry of Defence and The National Archives. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:01:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/347.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/346.htm?news=rss Overseas marriage records of more than 38,000 people have been added to the online service at BMD Registers. The records cover British subjects marrying abroad and come from various sources worldwide. Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/346.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/345.htm?news=rss DocumentsOnline and Electronic Records Online will be unavailable from 08:00 on Sunday 16 August 2009. Services will be back to normal by Monday 17 August. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/345.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/344.htm?news=rss Kim Cattrall, star of TV’s Sex and the City, discovers a shocking family secret on Who Do You Think You Are? Wed, 12 Aug 2009 21:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/344.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/343.htm?news=rss The National Archives has launched two new innovative online tools – ‘research signposts’ and two minute animated guides – to help researchers use the archives more effectively. Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/343.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/342.htm?news=rss The consultation on the government's proposals for a new policy on archives, Archives for the 21st century, closes on 12 August – go online to have your say. Fri, 07 Aug 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/342.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/341.htm?news=rss David Mitchell, star of television’s Peep Show, uncovers his Scottish ancestry on Who Do You Think You Are? Wed, 05 Aug 2009 21:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/341.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/340.htm?news=rss Trial records from the late 18th to the late 19th centuries have been released online. The featured crimes range from petty theft to murder, and famous cases include that of a poisoner suspected of being the real Jack the Ripper, and the true life basis for Oliver Twist’s Fagin. Tue, 04 Aug 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/340.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/339.htm?news=rss The National Archives' education service has been awarded a Sandford Award for its work with school pupils. Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/339.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/338.htm?news=rss Television’s wildlife presenter Kate Humble is reduced to tears as she discovers tragic family secrets on Who Do You Think You Are? Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/338.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/337.htm?news=rss Thousands of people are soon to get the opportunity to delve into their family history online for free, at seven institutions across England and Wales Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/337.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/336.htm?news=rss Have your say on our wiki, Your Archives, in our online survey. Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/336.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/335.htm?news=rss Chris Moyles, outspoken Radio 1 DJ, finds himself at a loss for words as he delves into his family’s past in Who Do You Think You Are? Wed, 22 Jul 2009 22:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/335.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/333.htm?news=rss A fascinating new history book - Escape from Germany: True stories of POW escapes from WWII - is out now, published by The National Archives. Mon, 20 Jul 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/333.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/332.htm?news=rss The sixth annual report and resource accounts on the work of The National Archives is now available, along with the sixth report of the Advisory Council on National Records and Archives. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/332.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/331.htm?news=rss In the first of the new series of Who Do You Think You Are?, Davina McCall discovered her connections to George IV and to a major player in the Dreyfus Affair. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/331.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/330.htm?news=rss The National Archives launches a new publication, Corporate memory – a guide to managing business archives, which demonstrates how businesses can use their archives to succeed in today's competitive markets. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/330.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/329.htm?news=rss A selection of the private papers of the former Foreign Secretary, Lord Owen, have been released at The National Archives. The files cover the then Dr David Owen's time as Foreign Secretary in the late 1970s. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/329.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/328.htm?news=rss This week sees Civil Service Live 2009 taking place in London where the exhibition, 'Civil service through the archives', will showcase the fascinating history of the civil service using The National Archives' in-house expertise, documents and images. Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/328.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/327.htm?news=rss A rare print of America’s Declaration of Independence, one of only 26 known copies in the world, has been found at The National Archives at Kew. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/327.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/326.htm?news=rss From searching for records of transportation to Australia to chronicling the history of the Irish revolution; free talks at The National Archives in July offer a wealth of help and information to people researching their family history. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/326.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/325.htm?news=rss The National Archives has proposed a number of changes to its operations and public services, including closure of the Kew reading rooms to the public on Mondays and a daily charge for car parking on the Kew site. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/325.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/324.htm?news=rss The National Archives had released new files; subjects range from biological warfare to the Queen’s Silver Jubilee. The Cabinet Secretary’s notebook for the period from November 1957 to December 1958 has also been released. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:01:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/324.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/323.htm?news=rss On Monday 22 June, John Bercow MP was elected as the 157th Speaker of the House of Commons, succeeding Speaker Michael Martin. The National Archives reveals historical documents that shed light on the evolving role of the Speaker through the centuries. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/323.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/322.htm?news=rss As part of its Placement Fellowship Scheme, the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) and The National Archives welcome applications from academic economists interested in working in a research capacity in the Office of Public Sector Information (OPSI). Deadline: 30 June 2009 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/322.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/321.htm?news=rss The complete 1911 census records for people living in England, Wales, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man are now online at 1911census.co.uk, including full details of British Army personnel and their families stationed overseas. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/321.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/320.htm?news=rss You are invited to attend one of our open information meetings where Jeff James, Director of Operations and Services, will take you through proposed changes at The National Archives. The meetings will take place at Kew at 12:15 on Thursday 2 July and 10:00 on Saturday 11 July. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/320.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/319.htm?news=rss We will be closed to the public from 14:00 on Monday 29 June 2009. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/319.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/318.htm?news=rss We're seeking your feedback to help with our ongoing website development to improve the online service The National Archives provides. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/318.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/317.htm?news=rss We apologise to anyone who experienced problems with The National Archives' website between 22:30 on 11 June and 08:00 on 12 June.The problem has now been corrected and all online services are back to normal. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/317.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/316.htm?news=rss Census records of the 2.4 million people recorded as living in Wales on the night of Sunday 2 April 1911 are now available to search and download on 1911.co.uk. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/316.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/315.htm?news=rss The Friends of The National Archives is looking for a new secretary. This is an ideal volunteer opportunity for someone looking for a responsible and interesting role, working at Kew and from home. Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/315.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/314.htm?news=rss A project is underway to recapture life in Kew as it was during the Second World War, when American troops and Italian prisoners of war were camped on the site of The National Archives. The Kew Society and the Richmond Local History Society are collecting memories, records or tales of this fascinating period in Kew's history. Fri, 05 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/314.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/313.htm?news=rss TDigital versions of the original Registration District maps from the 1871 census (Catalogue reference RG 18/1-110) are now available to browse and download at cassinimaps.co.uk. Fri, 05 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/313.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/312.htm?news=rss The National Archives turns the spotlight on Big Ben as the famous London icon is celebrated in its 150th year. Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/312.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/311.htm?news=rss The National Archives has published the final version of a strategy to support the collection and preservation of the heritage of England and Wales. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/311.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/310.htm?news=rss The National Archives will be closed to the public at Kew for the afternoon of Monday 29 June, from 2pm, to enable us to hold staff briefings on proposed changes. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/310.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/309.htm?news=rss Free events at The National Archives this month include talks on forgeries in archives and the settlement of America in the 16th century. Other talks offer help and information to family researchers, on topics including tracing Scottish ancestors and using the death duty records. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/309.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/308.htm?news=rss The National Archives, in collaboration with the UK Web Archiving Consortium, announces a study into how archived websites are collected and made available to users, to be funded by the Joint Information Systems Committee (JISC). Fri, 22 May 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/308.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/306.htm?news=rss With public health campaigns still an important means of communicating messages to the nation, The National Archives highlights some of the topical public information posters and films, from the Second World War and beyond. Wed, 20 May 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/306.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/305.htm?news=rss The National Archives has been awarded three full-time collaborative PhD studentships by Research Councils UK, all commencing later this year. Mon, 11 May 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/305.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/304.htm?news=rss The Government is asking people for their views on its proposal for a new policy on archives, ‘Archives for the 21st century’, published yesterday (6 May). The consultation will run until 12 August. Thu, 07 May 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/304.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/303.htm?news=rss See a snapshot of life in 1911 through photographs catalogued by volunteers from the Friends of The National Archives. Descriptions of over 2,700 photographs from the records series COPY 1 can now be found in the online Catalogue. Tue, 05 May 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/303.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/301.htm?news=rss The May edition of Ancestors, the family history magazine from The National Archives, is now available. This month's issue has an Irish feel, as well as articles on articles on Parliamentary papers, tracing dentists and Nelson's memorials. You can buy Ancestors at newsagents, or take advantage of our subscription offer. Thu, 30 Apr 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/301.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/297.htm?news=rss To commemorate Anzac Day on Saturday 25 April, The National Archives highlights some of the military records available online. Fri, 24 Apr 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/297.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/296.htm?news=rss Our free talks during May look at the information related to public health held at The National Archives, the administration of the royal household and Oscar Wilde. Talks that will interest family historians include tracing your Roman Catholic ancestors, the Society of Genealogists' library and First World War army service records. Fri, 24 Apr 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/296.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/295.htm?news=rss The Office of Public Sector Information (OPSI), working from within The National Archives, is to review and develop Ordnance Survey’s new business strategy over the coming months, it has been announced. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/295.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/294.htm?news=rss To mark the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII’s accession to the throne, Glamorgan Record Office is exhibiting a rare document online depicting the king in 1545. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/294.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/293.htm?news=rss The April 2009 edition of RecordKeeping magazine is now available to download. This quarterly magazine is for everyone involved and interested in archives and records. Highlights include BT Archives’ new online catalogue, supporting religious archives and the digital preservation roadshow 2009. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/293.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/291.htm?news=rss The National Archives has become one of the first organisations in the country to be awarded the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge, recognising it as a provider of safely-managed, quality educational experiences for young people. Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/291.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/292.htm?news=rss 1911 census records for Northumberland, Cumberland, Westmorland and Gateshead are now available to search and download on 1911census.co.uk. The service now covers the whole of England - Welsh counties will be added soon. Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/292.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/288.htm?news=rss As part of the celebrations marking the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII accession to the throne, the Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre has launched an online resource looking at the king’s marriage to Wiltshire-born Jane Seymour. Thu, 09 Apr 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/288.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/286.htm?news=rss To mark the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII's accession to the throne, historian Dr David Starkey charts the inner life of the English king in a new TV series showing Mondays on Channel 4. Mon, 06 Apr 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/286.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/285.htm?news=rss This year's local authority archive survey results are now available to view online. They show that, despite some improvements, huge disparities remain between archives across the country. Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/285.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/283.htm?news=rss Throughout April, specialists share their knowledge and expertise in free talks at The National Archives, providing a wealth of help and ideas to family historians. Highlights include: Titanic lives: the officers and crew of the RMS Titanic, Burial clubs: the unfriendly societies and The Civil War and the Interregnum. Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/283.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/282.htm?news=rss 'Between the Covers', a new exhibition at The Women's Library, unearths the history of women's magazines and explores how editors have reflected and defined women's lives from 17th century to today. As part of the Archive Awareness Campaign, the exhibition charts the evolution of women's magazines and celebrates the value of archives. Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/282.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/280.htm?news=rss The Local Government Association and archive ambassadors including The National Archives have launched Our past, your future - a guide to local government archives. The guide highlights how archives can enrich people's lives and support local communities and is aimed at local councillors and senior officers in local authorities. Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/280.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/279.htm?news=rss The 2009 RBS Six Nations Championship culminated in a titanic clash at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium between title holders Wales and a resurgent Ireland. Delving into its history, The National Archives reveals some examples of the politics behind the game, and the influence of events beyond the touchline. Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/279.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/276.htm?news=rss In honour of this month's celebration of International Women's Day, The National Archives highlights the records held on women in the army during the two world wars and beyond. Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/276.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/273.htm?news=rss Please note that you will not be able to place any advance document orders for collection on Friday 13, Saturday 14 or Monday 16 March 2009. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Wed, 11 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/273.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/274.htm?news=rss More than 100,000 records of overseas births, baptisms, marriages, deaths and burials of British subjects, including those onboard ships, have been added to the searchable online service at www.bmdregisters.co.uk. These newly added records were previously only viewable on microfilm as the RG 33 series. Wed, 11 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/274.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/272.htm?news=rss The March edition of Ancestors, the family history magazine from The National Archives, is available now. Buy Ancestors at good newsagents, priced £3.99, or take advantage of our subscription offer. Thu, 05 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/272.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/271.htm?news=rss As part of the ESRC Festival of Social Science, we are running a free workshop for A level students at The National Archives on Friday 13 March 2009, entitled 'To save or not to save?’. For more information, call the Education department on +44 (0)208 392 5365. Tue, 03 Mar 2009 17:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/271.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/270.htm?news=rss Take part in our survey on your interest in family and social history and you could win £250! Survey closes at 10.00 on 5 March 2009. Tue, 03 Mar 2009 17:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/270.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/269.htm?news=rss Users of the personalised Google start page, iGoogle, can now search The National Archives' website directly from their page using our new gadget. Tue, 03 Mar 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/269.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/268.htm?news=rss A new releases of 60 files from the Security Service includes records on photographer Lee Miller, Swedish actress Mai Zetterling, German intelligence agent Gastao de Freitas-Ferraz and Romanian defector Alexandru Ionescu. Tue, 03 Mar 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/268.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/267.htm?news=rss Throughout March, specialists share their knowledge and expertise in free talks at The National Archives, providing a wealth of help and ideas to family historians Fri, 27 Feb 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/267.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/263.htm?news=rss Your last chance to buy two for one tickets to Who Do You Think You Are? Live at London’s Olympia between 27 February and 1 March 2009 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/263.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/266.htm?news=rss With the 200th anniversary of Charles Darwin's birth celebrated this month, The National Archives looks at some of the documents and resources held on the pioneering naturalist. Fri, 20 Feb 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/266.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/265.htm?news=rss To celebrate Lesbian Gay Bisexual Trans (LGBT) History Month, we highlight some historical documents about Oscar Wilde, poet and author. Documents include court and prison records, Wilde’s death certificate and the famous calling card left by the Marquis of Queensbury. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/265.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/264.htm?news=rss Over 1.5 million people visited the new website 1911census.co.uk in its first four weeks, downloading over a million transcripts and more than 380,000 original census images. Searching the census is now even easier, thanks to some new features. Wed, 18 Feb 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/264.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/262.htm?news=rss Love poems written by the Cornish poet Reginald John 'Jack' Clemo (1917-1994) have been made available to the public for the first time. Clemo - blind and deaf for most of his adult life - composed the touching Valentine's cards for his wife, Ruth. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/262.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/260.htm?news=rss Please be aware that from spring 2009 we will be making changes to our Record copying estimating service, and introducing an online induction module - full details will be provided nearer the time. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/260.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/259.htm?news=rss With Valentine's Day fast approaching, The National Archives highlights some of its collection associated with romance and affairs of the heart, from First World War love letters to Shakespeare’s will. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/259.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/258.htm?news=rss Important unpublished records of the Hundred Years War, the Gascon Rolls, are to be made available online in an innovative new project led by the University of Oxford and assisted by The National Archives. Fri, 06 Feb 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/258.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/256.htm?news=rss The government has recently accepted two separate collections in lieu of tax, applications for the allocation of which must be received by 20 March 2009. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/256.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/255.htm?news=rss As America celebrates its first African American President, recent research has uncovered the making of history here in the UK with the election of the first black Mayor in Britain. Fri, 30 Jan 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/255.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/253.htm?news=rss The 30 year rule review, commissioned by the Prime Minister in October 2007, has now published its report. Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/253.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/251.htm?news=rss A compelling new history – Prison: Five hundred years of life behind bars by Edward Marston – is out now, published by The National Archives. Wed, 28 Jan 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/251.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/250.htm?news=rss The movements of merchant ships during the Second world War can now be discovered at DocumentsOnline. The merchant shipping movement cards record the journeys of both British registered and Allied vessels engaged in the war effort from 1939. Thu, 22 Jan 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/250.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/249.htm?news=rss Free talks at The National Archives during February offer help and ideas to family historians, from DNA testing to tracing elusive ancestors. Other talks cover medieval and early modern sources for local history, company records and the diary of homosexual law reformer George Ives. Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/249.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/248.htm?news=rss With Barack Obama sworn in as the 44th President of the United States, The National Archives looks at some of the fascinating records we hold that reflect a long history of British interest in political affairs in the US. Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/248.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/247.htm?news=rss Over 27 million people's records from the 1911 census are now available online at 1911census.co.uk, after an ambitious project undertaken by findmypast.com, owned by brightsolid, in association with The National Archives. Wed, 14 Jan 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/247.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/246.htm?news=rss The service registers of some 110,000 seamen who joined the Royal Marines between 1842 and 1936 are now available to search and download online. Thu, 08 Jan 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/246.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/245.htm?news=rss The latest edition of The National Archives’ quarterly RecordKeeping magazine is now available to read online. Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/245.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/244.htm?news=rss In January, The National Archives hosts a number of free events and talks where specialists will share their knowledge on a wide range of subjects, from Irish land records to a practical guide on starting your search for your ancestors. Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/244.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/243.htm?news=rss Details from the judges' reports on nearly 4,000 criminals between 1784 and 1829 are now available in the Catalogue in HO 47. They can be searched by name, place and date, as well as crime, court and punishment. Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/243.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/242.htm?news=rss On 18 November The National Archives held a 'meet the Chief Executive' day. A report of the day, showing the issues raised and our responses, is now available. Mon, 22 Dec 2008 11:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/242.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/241.htm?news=rss The National Archives will be closed for Christmas from Wednesday 24 December to Saturday 27 December. We will reopen at 09:00 on Monday 29 December. We will be closed for New Year's Day, Thursday 1 January 2009. Online services will not be affected. Thu, 18 Dec 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/241.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/238.htm?news=rss The 90th anniversary of the election of the first woman to Parliament - Sinn Fein MP Constance Markievicz - and the first general election in which women could vote, is marked on 14 December 2008. After the remarkable and exhaustive action of the Suffragette movement, the Equal Franchise Act was passed ten years later giving all women the vote on the same terms as men. Thu, 18 Dec 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/238.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/239.htm?news=rss Natalie Ceeney, Chief Executive of The National Archives, has been announced as the winner of this year’s Information World Review (IWR) Professional of the Year award. The prestigious award was presented at the recent Online Information Conference 2008, at which Natalie was speaking on the need to redefine the information and knowledge management profession. Thu, 18 Dec 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/239.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/240.htm?news=rss More than 600,000 records of births, baptisms, marriages and burials have been added to the searchable online service at http://www.bmdregisters.co.uk/. These records were previously only viewable on microfilm as the RG 8 series. Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/240.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/237.htm?news=rss The National Archives offers unprecedented access to more than 60 years worth of Cabinet papers with the launch of a ground-breaking website. More than half a million pages of key government papers, taking readers from the First World War to the welfare state, are available to search and download for free at www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/cabinetpapers. Thu, 04 Dec 2008 09:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/237.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/236.htm?news=rss The National Archives is launching a newly designed home page for the website on Monday 8 December. The new page will have many of the same links and features, but the layout will be clearer, with more exciting images. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/236.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/235.htm?news=rss The National Archives will be closed to the public on Friday 5, Saturday 6 and Monday 8 December 2008 for annual stocktaking. Fri, 28 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/235.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/234.htm?news=rss The details of clerks who worked for the Great Western Railway between the mid-1850s and the 1870s are now available online, offering intriguing glimpses into their lives. Fri, 28 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/234.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/233.htm?news=rss In December, The National Archives hosts a number of free events and talks where specialists will share their knowledge on a wide range of subjects, from child emigration to Canada to using the Manorial Documents Register, and offer useful advice on research. Thu, 27 Nov 2008 12:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/233.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/231.htm?news=rss With the recent commemoration of Armistice Day 90 years on, secondary school students throughout the UK have been given an insight into life in the trenches via The National Archives´ videoconference workshops. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/231.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/229.htm?news=rss Information Matters is a new strategy published by the Civil Service to help government seize the opportunities and meet the challenges of managing knowledge and information in a digital era. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/229.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/228.htm?news=rss A new multiscreen video installation - MUSE - by artist Anne Bean, can now be viewed at The National Archives’ museum at Kew. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/228.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/225.htm?news=rss The Voices of the Armistice podcast series continues with a fascinating, unofficial account of the negotiations that ended the Great War. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/225.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/226.htm?news=rss The National Archives is holding a 'meet the Chief Executive' day on Tuesday 18 November. This is your chance to put your views or questions about the management and future direction of The National Archives directly to Natalie Ceeney. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/226.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/224.htm?news=rss A new project led by The National Archives, ‘Living the Poor Life’, will involve more than 200 volunteers in cataloguing the records of 22 Poor Law Unions. The volunteers will catalogue more than 100,000 pages of documents, dating from the mid-1830s to around 1850. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/224.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/223.htm?news=rss Voices of the Armistice, The National Archives´ season of podcasts to mark the 90th anniversary of the Armistice, continues with extracts from Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig´s War Diary. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/223.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/222.htm?news=rss The National Archives releases unique audio-visual records from the 1997 investigation into the tragic sinking of the Motor Vessel Derbyshire, following its most significant digital preservation project to date. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/222.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/218.htm?news=rss A groundbreaking education website from The National Archives, Focus on Film, has been short-listed for a Children’s BAFTA in the annual British Academy of Film and Television Arts awards. Mon, 03 Nov 2008 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/218.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/216.htm?news=rss In November, The National Archives hosts a number of free events and talks where specialists will share their knowledge on a wide range of subjects, from the administration of parish records to merchant seamen of the First and Second World Wars, and offer useful advice on research. Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/216.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/214.htm?news=rss Ancestry.co.uk, in partnership with The National Archives, have today launched the most comprehensive online UK immigration collection in existence - The UK incoming passenger lists, 1878-1960. Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/214.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/about/research/news/default.htm?news=rss The National Archives and the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) have teamed up to offer four separate three-month internships at Kew during 2009 for second or third year ESRC-funded postgraduates. Thu, 16 Oct 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/about/research/news/default.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/rss/armistice-podcasts.xml?news=rss To mark the 90th anniversary of the Armistice, The National Archives has launched a season of podcasts of personal stories from those who served in the First World War. Thu, 16 Oct 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/rss/armistice-podcasts.xml?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/212.htm?news=rss The National Archives is working with findmypast.com to scan and place online two important series of records: WO 97 (Royal Hospital Chelsea: Soldiers Service Documents 1760-1913) and WO 96 (War Office: Militia Attestation Papers 1806-1915). Readers should note that it may not be possible to access records while they are being scanned. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/212.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/211.htm?news=rss In October The National Archives hosts a number of fascinating free events and talks where specialists will share their knowledge on a wide range of subjects and offer useful advice on research. Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/211.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/210.htm?news=rss The new National Collections Strategy will support the collection and preservation of records of major events, individuals and communities, and public, private or charitable organisations. We want to hear your views on the strategy. Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/210.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/209.htm?news=rss Learning Curve, The National Archives' award-winning education website, has launched 'World War II', an innovative, interactive site for history students and anyone with an interest in the Second World War. Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/209.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/208.htm?news=rss Our talks in September offer practical advice, juicy stories from the archives and new research ideas. Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/208.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/206.htm?news=rss For the first time you can now search and download the medal index cards of more than 20,000 soldiers who served in the Indian Army during World War One. Tue, 05 Aug 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/206.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/205.htm?news=rss Minister of State for Justice Michael Wills today announced the publication of the United Kingdom Report on the Re-Use of Public Sector Information 2008. Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/205.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/204.htm?news=rss The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has launched a public consultation on the early transfer of some historic armed forces service personnel records to The National Archives. Wed, 09 Jul 2008 15:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/204.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/203.htm?news=rss Provide and Enable: The National Archives' Online Strategy sets out how we will respond to changes affecting the organisation's online services over the next three years. Changes will be driven by our Vision, as well as wider social and technical developments. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 08:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/203.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/202.htm?news=rss The National Archives officially launches its new reading rooms following a £4 million transformation to accommodate its family records service, setting a new standard for archives in a digital age. Wed, 25 Jun 2008 08:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/202.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/201.htm?news=rss The European Commission has praised the Office of Public Sector Information (OPSI) at a pan-European ePSIplus conference in Brussels. The focus of the conference was on the European Commission's formal review of the implementation of a European Directive on the re-use of Public Sector Information (PSI). Wed, 18 Jun 2008 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/201.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/199.htm?news=rss The National Archives has been leading a review and revision of the records management code of practice, issued in November 2002 under section 46 of the Freedom of Information Act 2000. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 11:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/199.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/197.htm?news=rss If you wish to look at original documents when visiting The National Archives, you will need a Reader's Ticket. If this is your first visit (or if you need to renew your Reader's Ticket), please make sure you bring two forms of identification with you - one proof of identity with a signature (such as a passport or bank card) and the other a proof of address (such as a driving licence or recent utility bill). Tue, 20 May 2008 15:45:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/197.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/196.htm?news=rss The National Archives is proud to present a new programme of talks and lectures in association with Ancestors Magazine. The events are free of charge and will take place in the new talks room on the first floor at Kew. Each event starts at 14:00 and lasts for approximately one hour. Tickets will be issued on a first come, first served basis on the day and cannot be booked in advance. Fri, 16 May 2008 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/196.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/195.htm?news=rss We have released the findings of our investigation into forged documents. The forged documents were discovered in July 2005, in files held at The National Archives. The papers from our investigation, as well as the forged documents, are now available on our website. Sat, 03 May 2008 00:05:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/195.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/194.htm?news=rss The biggest event in the family history calendar is back at London's Olympia between 2 and 4 May 2008. The event will be brimming with the country's leading family historians offering one-to-one advice sessions and range of fascinating workshops. Visit our main website for further details. Thu, 01 May 2008 07:45:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/194.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/193.htm?news=rss The National Archives is installing barriers in the public car park. We are beginning the installation on Monday 17 March, and the barriers should be fully functional by mid-April. The car park will remain in use while we are installing the barriers, and we will keep you informed of any short-term or localised disruption. Fri, 14 Mar 2008 08:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/193.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/192.htm?news=rss The staff and services provided by The National Archives at the Family Records Centre (FRC) move to Kew when the doors close on 15 March 2008. The transfer of these services and expertise into one building will make research easier. Thu, 13 Mar 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/192.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/191.htm?news=rss Last year the Prime Minister commissioned an independent review of the '30-year rule', under which most government records are transferred to The National Archives and made available to the public by the time they are 30 years old. The review team has extended the consultation period for members of the public. Thu, 13 Mar 2008 15:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/191.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/189.htm?news=rss The opening hours of the reading rooms at Kew will be changing from 31 March 2008. The opening hours will change on Tuesdays to 09:00 - 19:00 and on Wednesdays to 10:00 - 17:00. Document ordering times will be 09:30 - 16:45 and 10:00 - 16:15 respectively. The opening hours and document ordering times for all other days will stay the same. For more information on opening hours. Mon, 03 Mar 2008 14:45:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/189.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/185.htm?news=rss The National Archives user forum is open to all users of our online, remote and on site services, and is held monthly in Kew. The forum is free, and there is no need to book - just turn up! Mon, 03 Mar 2008 14:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/185.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/188.htm?news=rss The first comprehensive survey of local authority archive services reveals a 'postcode lottery' of service quality across England and Wales. The variations in service mean that some irreplaceable historical records run the risk of not surviving for future generations. Thu, 28 Feb 2008 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/188.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/187.htm?news=rss What do a Stockport hat manufacturer, an East London borough council and the famous poet, Alexander Pope, have in common? Answer: you can find out about all of them by searching in the National Register of Archives. Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/187.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/183.htm?news=rss Changes to services including critical building work, as part of the Kew improvement programme will continue until late spring 2008. Unfortunately, there will be significantly reduced seating capacity as well as noise and disruption whilst this continues. You may wish to avoid coming to Kew on Tuesdays or Thursdays, as these are our busiest days. Or, even to delay planning your visit until the work has been completed. Tue, 26 Feb 2008 15:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/183.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/186.htm?news=rss The Digital Preservation Coalition (DPC) has examined JPEG 2000 in a report published today. The report concludes that JPEG 2000 represents a great stride forward for the archival community. Wed, 20 Feb 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/186.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/184.htm?news=rss The National Archives has issued two draft Operational Selection Policies (OSPs) for public consultation. One is for government case files relating to competition (OSP 43) and the other for OFWAT, the Water Services Regulation Authority, (OSP 47). Mon, 11 Feb 2008 14:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/184.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/182.htm?news=rss Due to the relocation of our Family Records Centre services to Kew, The National Archives is offering batches of redundant microfilms and microfiche, free, on a first-come, first-served basis. Fri, 01 Feb 2008 15:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/182.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/180.htm?news=rss In response to growing demand, The National Archives has agreed free onsite internet access to the birth, deaths and marriages indexes, through findmypast.com, the UK family history website. Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/180.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/176.htm?news=rss The Prime Minister announced on 25 October that the Government has commissioned a review of the date by which departments must transfer records to The National Archives and the date at which records become "historical". Fri, 11 Jan 2008 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/176.htm?news=rss http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/179.htm?news=rss We regret that The National Archives at Kew will be closed to the public from Monday 21 to Sunday 27 January 2008 inclusive. We will reopen at 09:00 on Monday 28 January 2008. This is to enable us to carry out building works as part of the improvement programme we are implementing at Kew. Wed, 02 Jan 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110207135458/http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/stories/179.htm?news=rss