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Developed by the IRMS exclusively to help Schools and Academies develop and maintain compliant records management.
A Step-by-step guide covering the key areas.
Members will receive notifications when changes are made in line with changing regulations.
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Join a growing network of professionals recognised for their skills and expertise.
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IRMS Newsletter – Easter 2026
2026 Conference Bursary Winners | IRMS Awards Voting | March Bulletin | Update to IRMS Toolkit | BSI 10008 Working GroupMany congratulations to our conference bursary winners and...
Simon Ellis
Commercial Director IRMS
IRMS Newsletter – 10 March 2026
2026 Conference Bursary Winners | IRMS Awards Voting | March Bulletin | Update to IRMS Toolkit | BSI 10008 Working GroupMany congratulations to our conference bursary winners and...
Carys Hardy
IRMS Newsletter – 20 February 2026
IRMS Awards Voting | Membership PDF InvoicesOur prestigious and highly sought-after annual industry awards recognise excellence in the field of information management and are...
Carys Hardy
IRMS Newsletter – 11 February 2026
Fellowship Nominations | Conference Bursaries | January Bulletin | Midlands Group Webinar | Awards deadline | Group Chair Vacancies | Feedback wanted Fellowship is the senior...
Carys Hardy
IRMS Newsletter – 04 February 2026
Fellowship Nominations | Conference Bursaries | January Bulletin | Midlands Group Webinar | Awards deadline | Group Chair Vacancies | Feedback wanted Fellowship is the senior...
Carys Hardy
IRMS Newsletter – 26 January 2026
Fellowship Nominations | Conference Bursaries | January Bulletin | Midlands Group Webinar | Awards deadline | Group Chair Vacancies | Feedback wanted Fellowship is the senior...
Carys Hardy
An IRMS, ARA and Preservica 4-part Education Series
The IRMS & ARA have teamed up with Preservica to provide members with a 4 part education series to  discover how to sustainably manage long term content for compliance and AI...
Carys Hardy
IRMS Announces Membership Fee Update Following June Board Meeting
The Information and Records Management Society (IRMS) is announcing an update to membership fees, agreed at the June 2025 Board meeting. The new fees became effective with the...
Simon Ellis
Commercial Director IRMS
Welcome to the New IRMS Website and Member Platform
Why We Have Changed and What You Can Expect Discover the benefits of our new platform and start experiencing them today. The Information and Records Management Society (IRMS) is...
Jaana Pinnick
Discover, Connect, and Grow with Our Community
Unlock Opportunities with the IRMS Platform—For Members and Non-Members Alike
Whether you are an IRMS member or simply interested in what our vibrant community has to offer, our revitalised online platform is designed to help you discover, connect, and grow. The IRMS community brings together professionals who are passionate about information and records management, offering a wealth of opportunities for networking, learning, and development.
Whether you are already a member or considering joining, our platform provides the tools and connections to support your professional journey. Explore, participate, and see how the IRMS community can help you thrive.
Your Feedback Matters
We are committed to delivering an outstanding experience for everyone engaging with IRMS—members and guests alike. If you have suggestions, spot anything amiss, or wish to know more about membership, please contact us at info@irms.org.uk. Your feedback is invaluable and helps us continue to build a platform that meets the evolving needs of our entire community.
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Connect with Fellow Members
Members enjoy access to our comprehensive Member Directory, where you can search for individuals or organisations, filter results by location or group, and use an interactive map to see our community spread across regions. Detailed member profiles and direct messaging make it easy to network, collaborate, and build lasting professional relationships within the IRMS community.
Stay Informed with the Events Calendar
Our Events Calendar, accessible via the Menu, keeps both members and non-members informed about upcoming IRMS activities. While some events are exclusive to members, many are open to the wider public—offering a chance for non-members to engage, learn, and see the value of being part of IRMS. You can browse event listings, register where eligible, and add activities directly to your own calendar.
Access Professional Development Resources
Members benefit from our Professional Development and Resources Library, an extensive collection of materials curated to support ongoing learning and professional growth. Non-members can explore selected resources and get a sense of the valuable content available to full members, with details on how to join and unlock the full library.
Be part of the IRMS community
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It feels like I have found my tribe.
IRMS conference delegate
We see IRMS Conference as a permanent fixture in our marketing strategy from now on.
Anne, IRMS conference exhibitor
Gaining IRMS accreditation has given me the confidence to really believe in myself as a professional.
Neil, IRMS member
Including IRMS accreditation, on the job specification requirements for our new Records manager post. Let us recruit with confidence.
A Recruitment Officer
The IRMS has given us an excellent platform to learn and share experiences with like minded people. The connections we are making are helping us make smarter and faster decisions for our business.
Ben, IRMS member
Being an IRMS member brings access to a wide range of resources and regular updates on industry developments, trends and best practise. The regular RMS events offer a forum to meet and connect with information experts from across the country and provide a great opportunity to share ideas, discuss solutions and learn from the knowledge of fellow professionals.
Lesley, IRMS member
"Working with the IRMS has enabled me to appreciate all the hard work, the many hours that go into running the Society, organising events, the advocacy work, accreditation services and providing professional support to members."
Jonathan Nott, Business Services, Active Processes Ltd
I volunteered because I wanted to give back to a community that has supported my professional journey. The IRMS embodies collaboration and forward thinking values I’m proud to contribute to
Kamile Safai, Digital and Data Officer
Serving on the IRMS Executive and running a SIG enabled me to widen my network of RM and Data professionals. This gave me a highly motivated network of relevant professionals to discuss RM and Data related matters and challenges. It also facilitated knowledge sharing – to the benefit of all involved.
Roger Poole, RM and IG Professional, IRMS Professional Standards Director
ICO reported Breaches 24/25
Some scary stats published by the ICO
12412
Personal data breaches reported
85
Resolved through ‘informal action’ - and advice
4.4
Fines for breaches of data protection law
36049
Data protection complaints recieved in 2025
Frequently asked questions
When will my membership be activated?
Your membership will be activated upon receipt of payment.
f you pay by
debit or credit card
through our website, your membership will be activated
automatically upon successful payment
If you pay via BACS transfer or Direct
Debit, your payment will be manually processed by our administrative team
once it reaches our account.
You will
then
receive an automated message
confirming your account activation
How do I renew my membership?
To renew your membership, simply log into
your IRMS account
Log into your
IRMS account
IRMS
Go to the
‘Account’
tab.
Scroll down and select
‘Renew, Upgrade or Update
Billing’
Choose the membership type you’d like to renew.
You can select your
current category or upgrade if your circumstances have changed. Select your
preferred payment method:
Pay online using a credit or debit card
hoose to receive an invoice by email
You can also opt in to
‘Auto
renew’
, which will automatically charge your card
when your membership is due for renewal next year
How do I set up and manage sub-accounts in my Corporate membership?
There are two membership types that permit sub-accounts, Corporate Membership which is for organisations, and Multi-School Affiliate Membership which is for Multi-Academy Trusts. Both work in different ways.
Corporate Membership
When the lead account creates signs up for membership they will be asked to enter the sub-accounts. Each person will then be sent a link, by email, to create their own account.
If more than 4 sub accounts are required please contact our Membership Administrators on
info@irms.org.uk
Please note, Lead accounts decide who is given membership under their organisation’s account not the IRMS.
Multi-School Affiliate Membership
The trust is required to register as a School Affiliate member. We
ask the trust to send a list of all registered schools who wish to join IRMS. Once payment is received each school in the Academy will be invited to set up their own account.
If a new school joins the academy they can be registered at any time.
On the rare occasion a school is permitted to leave an academy they can re-join the IRMS as a School Affiliate member.
How do I access IRMS resources and publications?
Most resources including the Schools Toolkit are only available to members. Please log
in to
your IRMS account
for access.
Click
‘Log In’
at the top of the page and enter your
log in details.
Please note:
The Schools
Toolkit is no longer available as a downloadable document and is intended for
online reference only.
Other resources are located throughout the website, not just in the Resources Section:
Professional Development section for, Training, Accreditation and IRMS Conference resources.
Groups section for geographic and special interest group events and resources.
About IRMS includes our Awards, Advocacy and Volunteering opportunities.
Some resources are open access and available to everyone.
I’ve forgotten my password, how do I reset it?
Select ‘
Log
in’
at the top of the page.
Log into your IRMS account
IRMS
Tick ‘
Request password’
, enter your email address and click the ‘
Request
Password’
button. You will receive an email containing your new password.
Once you are logged in, please update your password for security purposes by
selecting ‘Password:
Change
’ under the Account tab in your profile.
Am I eligible for a Student/Apprentice membership?
To be eligible for this membership type, you must be:
Undertaking full
time
study at degree level in a course related to information and records
management.
Apprenticeships within the industry are also eligible for this
category.
You will be required to upload your Student ID or proof of enrolment
as part of registration and approval
Is my membership transferrable to a friend or colleague?
No, membership is not transferrable. Each applicant must apply for their
own membership.
The one exception is Corporate sub
accounts. Each Corporate account is permitted 1 lead account and up to
4 sub
accounts
. The allocation of these accounts to other people within the organisation can be changed at any time.
Our school is part of a Multi-School Academy Trust, which membership category should we apply for?
The trust is required to register as a
School Affiliate member
. We
ask the trust to send a list of all registered schools who wish to join IRMS.
Once payment is received for the trust’s School Affiliate membership, each
school can then be invited to registe
r for the
Multi
School Academy membership at a reduced rate per
year. Please note that if the trust is not a member, each school will need to register
as a School Affiliate member.
How can I get an invoice or VAT receipt for my membership payment?
Please click for a handy guide that explains how you can easily
access your membership payment invoice
from your membership account.
An optional Purchase Order number can be added to the invoice, which is then available in these formats:
Email,
Print,
PDF.
The guide also explains how to access your VAT receipt if you pay by card.
A big thank you to our partners and supporters for helping to deliver great services to our members
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United Kingdom
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+44 (0)1625 664520
Email:
info@irms.org.uk
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