National Records of Scotland (NRS) and ScotlandsPeople made two notable announcements in the past seven days:
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WWI Pensions Appeal Tribunal Records Online: Released on 5 November 2026, ScotlandsPeople launched more than 25,000 case files from the military Pensions Appeal Tribunals for Scotland. These cover appeals by First World War veterans or their surviving dependents and include detailed medical assessments, service histories, witness statements, and personal correspondence about disability claims and pensions. More at https://www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk/news-and-articles/graveyards-hope-pensions-appeal-tribunals-scotland
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Updated Scottish Family History Guide: Published on 6 November 2026, NRS released an updated official guide book for tracing Scottish genealogy, outlining modern methodologies, revised record sets, and step-by-step navigation for statutory, church, and court records. More at https://www.nrscotland.gov.uk/latest-news/uncover-your-scottish-roots-with-updated-guide-book/