British Newspaper Archive announces date of switch to new platform

The British Newspaper Archive has announced the date for its switchover to its new website:

The wait is nearly over. We're delighted to announce that the British Newspaper Archive will officially move to its new site on Tuesday 28th July. You won't need to do anything - discover more here: https://https://blog.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/2026/07/14/the-new-british-newspaper-archive-arrives-on-28-july/ 

Fingers crossed this isn't a disaster! 

Chris 

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