The ICSA Guide to Document Retention, 3rd edition

The only dedicated information product in the market that provides a detailed overview of retention policy and practice

All businesses need to keep certain records for legal and commercial reasons. The difficulty lies in knowing which documents should be kept and for how long, especially as the Data Protection Act makes storing personal data longer than necessary an illegal act. It is therefore vital that anyone dealing with documents and their filing understands the importance of a good document retention policy.

The new third edition of The ICSA Guide to Document Retention provides invaluable guidance on the retention and disposal of key business documents and other records. It outlines the main principles that should be applied when framing a retention (and disposal) policy, and suggests a minimum retention period for documents based on good commercial practice and law. Whether you work for a charity, a hospital trust, the government or another public sector body this book is important and relevant to you.

• Fully integrated with the Companies Act 2006 requirements.
• Combines law and principle with procedure and best practice.
• Includes updated retention schedules and guidance, particularly relating to accounting and tax records.