Dear All

In an addition to the conference programme, Oliver Morley, Chief Executive and Keeper, The National Archives will be speaking at 4pm on Wednesday 31st August about the transfer of archive responsibilities from MLA.  The transfer creates for the first time a single clear focus of responsibility for the archives sector in England.  Oliver will outline how The National Archives' relationship with the sector will change, and some of the key programmes and activities which will be delivered after transition takes place.  The National Archives will formally announce their proposed plans to the sector later this autumn however the conference creates the opportunity for members to engage with Oliver on current thinking.  Nick Kingsley, Head of Archives Sector Development and members of his team will be at the Information Marketplace on Thursday 1st September to discuss The National Archives' plans and answer questions.

There are still places available at conference to see Oliver speak and to talk to Nick and his team. Book via www.archives.org.uk

Regards

John