Written Question · S1W-34945 · Session 1
Whether overseas people seeking to conduct genealogical and historical research in historical archive centres are informed in advance of tr…
The question
To ask the Scottish Executive whether overseas people seeking to conduct genealogical and historical research in historical archive centres are informed in advance of travelling to Scotland of any archive material that will be unavailable due to repair work being carried out on damaged documents.
The answer
I have asked Mr George MacKenzie, Keeper of the Records of Scotland, to respond. His response is as follows:In its publicity material, the National Archives of Scotland (NAS) advises readers travelling from a distance to enquire in advance of their arrival as to the availability of particular records. Where a record requested is undergoing conservation treatment, NAS makes every effort either to accelerate the work or to provide a satisfactory copy in its stead.The Executive cannot respond in relation to local, private or other archives which are outwith its responsibility.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S1W-34945 by reference.