# UK National Archives takes some online services offline

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Topic: Tech · Status: published · Version: 1
Published: 2026-10-21T19:18:14.900Z · Updated: 2026-10-21T19:18:14.900Z
Record: https://davids.news/s/uk-national-archives-takes-some-online-services-offline-ff89e60c

The Archives says a potential PHP vulnerability prompted the precautionary move, following guidance from the National Cyber Security Centre.

- The Records Enquiries Service remains available onsite at Kew, but access to some resources is limited.

Why it matters: The Archives says some services are unavailable while it addresses the potential vulnerability.

What’s next: The Archives says it will post further updates on its website.

## Original sources

- [The National Archives News](<https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/news/issues-with-the-national-archives-website>) — primary announcement
  Source: The National Archives · The National Archives News 2026 · Original report: 2026-10-21T16:35:00.000Z

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