The records have been divided into 13 sub sub sub fonds as follows:
The diocesan registry deals with all legal matters concerning the diocese. The diocesan registrar is a solicitor who is appointed by the Archbishop.
The system of arrangement is reflected in the scope & content.
Records are open to the public, subject to the overriding provisions of relevant legislation and the wishes of the donors/owners.
The Diocesan Registrar has deposited records relating to the Diocese of York at the Borthwick Institute since 1953.
Description compiled by Victoria Stretch, Archives Hub project archivist, June 2004 with reference to 'A Guide to the Archive Collections in the Borthwick Institute of Historical Research', David M Smith 1973, 'A Supplementary Guide to the Archive Collections in the Borthwick Institute of Historical Research', David M Smith 1980 and 'A Guide to Archival Accessions at the Borthwick Institute 1981-1996' complied by Alexandrina Buchanan, 1997.
Where indicated hard copy finding aids are available at the Borthwick Institute.
A reprographics service is available to researchers. Copying will not be undertaken if there is a risk of damage to the document. Copies are supplied in accordance with the Borthwick Institute University of York terms and conditions for the supply of copies, and under the provisions of any relevant copyright legislation. Permission to reproduce images of documents in the custody of the Borthwick Institute must be sought.
These records have been appraised in accordance with Borthwick Institute policy.
See 'Towards a University' by J S Purvis (York, Herald Printers, 1968) for information regarding the history of the York Diocesan Archive and its deposit at the Borthwick Institute.
Accruals are expected
Where indicated publications based on or about the records have been produced.
