Dundee City Council creates large amounts of records as part of its day to day activities. These records act as evidence of actions, decisions and business carried out by the Council. Records management ensures that records are stored and retained in an appropriate manner. Good records management also ensures that the Council is able to comply with information legislation, including the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 and the Data Protection Act 2018.
The minutes of the Town Council of Dundee which are still in existence do not bear an earlier date than 1552, but as the names of Provosts and Baillies were usually entered in the 'Lockit
There are a number of historical records held in Archives pertaining to the built environment which provide a better understanding of when buildings were built or altered and with the housing surveys, also gives a clear indication to their condition.
Dundee City Archives hold a collection of acquired maps and plans. We also hold plans that were used by the City Engineer and other officials.
What can I view online?
You can view a wide variety of maps on the National Library of Scotland’s website. These include Ordnance Survey maps, town plans, regional maps, geological, military and estate maps.
What can I view at Dundee City Archives?
We hold records for the many churches in and around Dundee.
Please note: The Old Parochial Registers of baptisms and marriages were transferred to the custody of the Registrar General for Scotland in 1855 following the introduction of mandatory civil registration. These records have been indexed and are available to search and view online at www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk.
Waterfront and Tay Road Bridge
