Investigation call to protect Scotland's historic documents

A Scottish Labour MSP is calling for action to  protect historic records after a number were damaged by rainwater caused by  a leak in the roof  at the National Records of Scotland. (NRS)

Investigation call after torrential rain lets rain damage historic documents.

The leak in the dome at the NRS, was revealed in The Scotsman today.

Claire Baker, MSP, Scottish Labour’s culture spokeswoman, has written to culture secretary Fiona Hyslop urging her to investigate.

"With more rain forecast, we need to ensure measures are in place to protect these historical documents from further damage.

“We also need to understand why, when former staff members are saying the need for repairs has been highlighted on a number of occasions, repairs had not been carried out.

SCOTSMAN ONLINE: SUBSCRIBE TO THE SCOTSMAN“Whether it comes down to a failure in internal reporting, a lack of prioritisation or an absence of adequate funding for the repairs, the reasons need to be clear so they can be quickly addressed.”

"I will be writing to the Culture Secretary urging her to investigate what has happened and to ensure action is taken to protect these historical records from further damage."