STAFF at East Riding Archives and Local Studies based at the Treasure House in Beverley are celebrating the news their service has been awarded Accredited Status.

Achieving this shows East Riding Archives has met clearly defined national standards about how it cares for its collection, and makes them accessible.

The archives have a unique and extensive collection, which people can see at the Treasure House in Beverley or online. It also gives people chance to research family and local history, and organises regular events. Full details are available at www.eastriding.gov.uk/archives.