The National Archives framework document
The framework document sets out the broad governance framework within which The National Archives and DCMS operate.
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This framework document has been agreed between the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and The National Archives in accordance with His Majesty바카라 사이트™s Treasury바카라 사이트™s handbook Managing Public Money, and has been approved by His Majesty바카라 사이트™s Treasury. It sets out The National Archives바카라 사이트™ core responsibilities; describes the governance and accountability framework that applies between the roles of DCMS and The National Archives, and sets out how the day-to-day relationship works in practice, including in relation to governance and financial matters.
The document does not convey any legal powers or responsibilities but both parties agree to operate within its terms.
The latest date for review and updating of this document is August 2026.