Web Continuity projectThe Web Continuity project, led by The National Archives, is developing a comprehensive programme of website archiving and web link management to ensure continued access to government information. This work builds on our collection of selected websites in the UK Government Web Archive which was launched in 2003. Why web continuity mattersGovernment information is increasingly being made available via websites, and over half of all interaction between the government and the public now happens online. Websites are often the first port of call when looking for government information. They are used by politicians and civil servants, by business and professional communities and the general public. Website links are commonly used in a wide range of documents, from academic research to public awareness campaigns. Web links are often included in answers to Parliamentary Questions, and form part of Hansard´s official record of parliamentary debates. Web links need to be accurate so that government, business, and the public can continue to access the right information. Improving access to government information onlineRapidly-changing technology and changes to the machinery of government pose a risk to continued access to information published on government websites. The National Archives is developing a radical new initiative to improve access to government websites and official publications. The solution includes the following:
Supporting Transformational GovernmentThe Web Continuity project also includes website archiving under the Transformational Government Website Rationalisation programme. Many government websites are moving their content onto portal websites such as Directgov or Business Link. Just before these sites move and close, a single snapshot of content is taken. |
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