Why were the records of the gunpowder plot missing from the Tower of London?

The records of the Gunpowder Plot were missing from the Tower of London likely due to the chaotic aftermath of the failed conspiracy in 1605. Many documents were either destroyed or removed to prevent them from falling into the wrong hands and to protect the identities of those involved. Additionally, the government sought to control the narrative surrounding the plot, which may have contributed to the disappearance of records. The loss of these documents has fueled speculation and theories about the plot's details and participants.