Records Management
The Records Management Unit provides the means to ensure that records, both electronic and physical, are retained for as long as necessary so that they can be protected from being lost or damaged and access to them is controlled in accordance with business needs.
The unit outlines the Service's approach and commitment to effective and efficient records management programmes. The unit also provides records management advice and guidance to officers and staff throughout PSNI.
Records management plays a key role in helping the PSNI meet its commitment to being open, accountable and transparent as required under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.
Records management is governed by the following legislation:
- Public Records Act (NI) 1923
- Disposal of Documents Order (NI) 1925
- Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996
- Freedom of Information Act 2000
- Data Protection Act 1998
- Environmental Information Regulations 2004
