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Pilot project DHB Functional Disposal Authority
Piloting a new way of authorising disposal with the DHBs sector
Acting Chief Archivist arrangements
Honiana Love will step into the role of Chief Archivist on Monday 11th April, for an initial period of four months.
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We’re making some changes to our website, to make it easier for people find information about our records and services.
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