säilyvyyslait
Säilyvyyslait, meaning "preservation laws" in Finnish, refers to a set of Finnish legislation and regulations aimed at ensuring the long-term preservation and accessibility of public documents and cultural heritage. These laws govern the management, storage, and eventual transfer of various types of records, including government archives, historical documents, and cultural artifacts. The primary objective is to safeguard information that holds historical, administrative, or cultural significance for future generations.
The framework for säilyvyyslait is largely established by the Archives Act (Arkistolaki) and related decrees. These
Key aspects of säilyvyyslait include the establishment of retention schedules, which dictate how long different types