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Retention periods may vary. Always consult legal counsel for specific situations.
5 categories
5 mandatory
Max: 40 years
Financial Records
Mandatory6 years
Accounting records, tax returns, invoices
Legal: Companies Act 2006, HMRC requirements
Employment Records
Mandatory40 years
min: 6
Contracts, payroll, accident records
Legal: Employment Rights Act, Health and Safety regulations
Medical Records
Mandatory25 years
min: 8
NHS and private medical records
Legal: NHS Records Management Code of Practice
CCTV Recordings
Mandatory31 days
Surveillance footage
Legal: ICO CCTV Code of Practice
Customer Records
Mandatory6 years
Customer contracts, correspondence
Legal: Limitation Act 1980
United Kingdom's retention requirements with other countries.
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