Working Together

A good working relationship can make all the difference to the success of a research project.

Before undertaking an assignment, I will need to know

• what you are aiming to find out
• what you already know, distinguishing between facts supported by evidence, and family stories or hearsay
• details of any previous research carried out by you or on your behalf.

Before starting the research, I will send you a proposal outlining

• the likely chances of success
• the sources I propose to look at
• what might be found
• the likely cost
• an expected time-frame for the research.

Whilst researching, I will

• update you regularly with my progress
• advise you if there are unexpected problems or delays
• warn you of any significant increase in out-of-pocket expenses

When the research is complete, I will

• prepare a comprehensive Research Report listing all sources consulted
• draw up a family tree (if appropriate)
• supply originals of any civil registration certificates
• supply digital photographs, scans or photocopies of appropriate documents
• indicate whether further research is likely to be fruitful.

I undertake all client research in person, except where it may be more economical to ask a record office to supply a specific piece of information or copy a document.

As a Member of AGRA, the Association of Genealogists and Researchers in Archives, I am bound by its Code of Practice.

I am registered with the Information Commissioner under the terms of the Data Protection Act. I will always keep your information confidential and will not pass research data to any third party without your permission.

Find out about the Fees that I charge, and read some Feedback about my work.