(Dandelion pollen grain, Taraxacum officinale) The scientific study of pollen is called palynology and can be used by forensic scientists to discover clues at crime scenes.

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Corporate information

We are open and accountable in the way we run our affairs, and committed to ensuring that robust corporate governance processes are in place.

Many documents produced by the Museum are available to the public. Choose below the area you are interested in:

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    Museum governance

    Find out how the Museum is managed and funded and discover more about its grants.

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    Annual reviews

    Year by year reviews of the Museum's work which show just how wide-ranging and relevant our work is. .  

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    Museum accounts

    The Annual Report and Accounts illustrate how the Museum’s resources are spent and provide an overview of its activities.

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    Procurement

    The Museum ensures that the procurement of all its works, goods and services is based on value for money, propriety and maximising the use of the available resources.

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    Equality and diversity

    We are committed to equality at every level within our organisation.

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    Freedom of Information

    The Freedom of Information Act gives any person the right to request information held by public authorities, including the Natural History Museum. Find out more about it.

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Last year nearly 100,000 specimens were loaned to scientific institutions and researchers worldwide.