Scottish Council on Archives

13/10/2026

Join us later this month for our upcoming session TNA National Loans Programme and Archive Loans 101 in Scotland

Come along to learn more about the new National Loans Programme pilot from The National Archives and basics for borrowing from their collection.

Book your free space:

Join TNA and SCA for a webinar on the new National Loans Programme and information on archive loans specifically for the Scottish sector.

13/10/2026

Need another reason to attend our conference?

Attendees will have access to visit the Heart of Midlothian Museum! The welcoming museum is run by a team of volunteer historians and tells the story of the history of the club through its collection. Hearts Heritage

Not long left, book your ticket now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sca-annual-conference-2026-archives-records-at-the-heart-of-society-tickets-1997681042775

12/10/2026

The SCA Sector Survey 2026 is closing this week and we need you to fill it in!

Completing this roughly 30-minute survey will give the SCA the robust data it needs to advocate for a National Strategy and greater, more sustainable funding for Scotland’s archives and records sector, so every Scottish service is urged to respond.

Find out more and complete the survey: https://www.scottisharchives.org.uk/explore/sector-survey-2026/

11/10/2026

It's less than a month to go until our upcoming conference!

Join us for the SCA Annual Conference 2026: Archives & Records at the Heart of Society.

Archives and records underpin democracy, accountability, creativity, wellbeing and community. This year we're bringing together voices from across the sector to explore how recordkeeping contributes to a more transparent, vibrant and healthier society.

Whether you work, volunteer or are interested in archives, records management, conservation, community archives, research, education or policy, this one is for you.

📍 Gorgie Suite, Tynecastle Park, Edinburgh
📅 Tuesday 3 November, 9:30am to 4pm
🎟️ £45, including booking fee

Book your place and view the programme:

Join us for this year's conference exploring how archives and records underpin democracy, accountability, creativity, wellbeing & community.

09/10/2026

Join us for an introduction to the new Your Scottish Archives portal!

Your Scottish Archives is a new resource, developed and managed by the Scottish Council on Archives. It collates catalogue descriptions from archives across the country, improving their accessibility for users.

From local authorities and universities to businesses and community groups, archives all over Scotland have contributed detailed descriptions. You'll also find plenty of handy information and resources about the world of archives.

If you are interested in Scotland's archives and would like to learn more about YSA book a free space:

Join us for an introduction to the new Your Scottish Archives portal

08/10/2026

TNA National Loans Programme and Archive Loans 101 in Scotland

Join us and The National Archives for a webinar on the new National Loans Programme and information on archive loans specifically for the Scottish sector.

Find out more and book via:

Join TNA and SCA for a webinar on the new National Loans Programme and information on archive loans specifically for the Scottish sector.

07/10/2026

Want to stay up-to-date with the archives and records management sector in Scotland?

Our monthly newsletter has the latest news, events and exciting opportunities from across the sector.

Join the mailing list and receive October's newsletter tomorrow: https://bit.ly/scottish-council-on-archives-mailing-list

07/10/2026

The SCA Annual Conference 2026: Archives & Records at the Heart of Society programme is now live!

We have a fantastic range of speakers covering topics including trust, communities and creativity.

View the full programme and book your ticket: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sca-annual-conference-2026-archives-records-at-the-heart-of-society-tickets-1997681042775

06/10/2026

Wondering what the SCA Sector Survey 2026 results will be used for?

Here's just a few important outcomes that you will help achieve by completing the survey.

Access and complete the survey via: https://www.scottisharchives.org.uk/explore/sector-survey-2026/

05/10/2026

Have you used our Imposter Syndrome Resource Pack yet?

Use it to understand imposter syndrome, how the archive and wider GLAM sector has approached it, and where to go for more information.

Explore it via:

Imposter Syndrome Resource Pack Understanding imposter syndrome, how the archive and wider GLAM sector has approached it, and where to go for more information.   Access and download the resource pack below: SCA Imposter SyndromeHelp Now Please contact SCA if you are currently in need of support.