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The sublime landmark of the Humber Bridge joins the top 2.5% of listed buildings on the 36th anniversary of its official opening by The Queen, as nine new listings celebrate Hull’s heritage during Hull City of Culture 2017.

In 2017, Scotland will become the first part of the UK to introduce the ‘socio-economic duty’ and a consultation paper is a key way to get the implementation right.

Historic England has launched an online survey to review its online advice and guidance to find out if the right information is being provided to the right people in the most effective way, with the findings helping to inform future … Continue reading →

Archikids Festival 22?–?23 July 2017 is a weekend of free architecturally-inspired activities and workshops led by architects, artists and designers for kids and their families to explore the city.

Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has confirmed Britain’s high speed rail lines to the north-west, East Midlands and Yorkshire giving the North of England a huge economic boost.

Two reports have been published that detail the amount of financial support the EU has provided to heritage in England and Scotland between 2007-2016, together identifying more than £486 million.

To mark the 50th anniversary of the Civic Amenities Act 1967 and to recognise and highlight outstanding development within a Conservation Area, Civic Voice – the national charity for the civic movement – has awarded 3 Special Awards to projects … Continue reading →

The Victorian Society (Vic Soc) reports that an important piece of Hull’s Victorian maritime heritage is at risk of demolition as the Grade II-listed pump house, one of only four buildings that are left standing at St Andrew’s Dock, would … Continue reading →

Nina Bilbey, the Senior Stone Carving Tutor at the City & Guilds of London Art School, the internationally highly respected centre of architectural and sculptural stone carving, has been presented with this year’s Prince Philip Medal.

Research Councils UK ‘Policy Internships Scheme’ provides an opportunity for Research Council-funded PhD students to work for three months in one of a selected group of highly influential policy organisations, with the next call closing on 10 August 2017.

A ‘crowdfunding’ campaign to boost Hungerford Town Council’s (TC) coffers has been launched ahead of a legal battle to stop up to 100 homes being built.

CultureisDigital is a conversation between Government, the cultural sector and tech companies which stems from commitments in the Culture White Paper to review the digitisation of public collections and enhance online cultural experiences. Contains public sector information licensed under the … Continue reading →

If you’re a UK business or research organisation you can apply to Innovate UK for a share of £15 million to develop innovative infrastructure solutions, with a deadline for applications of 13 September 2017. Contains public sector information licensed under … Continue reading →

WalesOnline focusses on Carmarthen as it explores ‘thinking outside the box’ in creating new uses for places of worship to ensure the historic buildings survive for years to come.

Liverpool, one of Britain’s World Heritage Sites, might lose that status over plans to redevelop its historic waterfront, and the Telegraph offers one perspective.