archiefrecht
Archiefrecht refers to the body of laws and regulations that govern the creation, management, preservation, and accessibility of records and archives. It is a multidisciplinary field that draws upon legal principles, archival science, and information management practices. The core purpose of archiefrecht is to ensure that records are retained and preserved for as long as they are needed for legal, administrative, historical, or evidential purposes.
Key aspects of archiefrecht include rules concerning the appraisal and selection of records for permanent preservation,
In the public sector, archiefrecht is particularly important for government accountability and transparency. It mandates the