What records NOT to keep
Examples of documents that it would NOT be necessary to keep include:
How to Dispose of Records
- Personal messages and announcements not related to official business
- Notifications of social events such as retirement or Christmas parties
- 'Courtesy' or 'Information Only' copies received in your office
- Advertising copy, brochures, flyers and other promotional materials
- Copies of invoices, vouchers, requisitions, receipts, and other accounting documents (where originals have been processed through the accounting system)
- Unsolicited publications
- Unsolicited job applications
- Office reference copies of publications and reports
- Multiple copies of form letters (attach one with the mailing list attached)
If you have any doubts, please contact us or enquire here.
