This register contains information on restrictions on public access to public records. explain…

The Access Register contains information on restrictions placed on public access to public archives, local authority protected records in the control of the Chief Archivist and public records that are 25 years or older. The register outlines the reasons for and conditions of those restrictions.

This register contains information on all discharged public records and the conditions of discharge. explain…

The Discharge Register contains information on public records that the Chief Archivist has considered suitable to be given to individuals or private organisations. Discharged records no longer have the status of public records and are no longer subject to the PRA.