Author Archives: IHBC NewsBlog

IHBC’s digital Contexts – Full issues going online: 1-20 available now! And if you have Issue 4, let us know!

Posted on 22/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The IHBC has commenced the posting online of the complete issues of Context, originally the ‘Newsletter’ of the predecessor organisation, the ACO, and today the historic environment practitioner’s best source for accessible expertise in contemporary conservation, with issues 1-20 now … Continue reading →

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IHBC’s ‘Top HESPR pick’ of the week: Greenham Common airfield control tower; closing 11 May

Posted on 22/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The IHBC’s heritage business listing, HESPR – the Historic Environment Service Providers Recognition scheme – offers members weekly Bulletins that bring tender and other business opportunities together into one handy resource, and the Director’s top pick for NewsBlog readers this … Continue reading →

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Britain’s largest Community Right to Build Order (if successful) – Mount Pleasant’s ‘Royal Mail’ submitted to Camden Council

Posted on 22/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood Forum has submitted what, if successful, will be Britain’s largest Community Right to Build Order, as the group intends to provide 40 more affordable homes than the Royal Mail scheme that has already been granted permission.

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Parnham House in Beaminster ravaged by ‘suspicious’ fire

Posted on 22/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

A 16th Century stately home with later links to John Nash , Parnham House, Beaminster, has been severely damaged by an overnight fire.

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Historic Environment Scotland Operating Plan 2017/18 out: Headlines digital, tourism… conservation…’

Posted on 22/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The second Annual Operating Plan for Historic Environment Scotland HES) has been published, with headline aims listed by HES Chief Executive Alex Paterson to include ‘Digital… Tourism… rural areas… properties… aiming to set high standards for conservation… role in the … Continue reading →

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HLF statement on changes for funding for places of worship

Posted on 22/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) is changing the way it funds places of worship as From September 2017, the current Grants for Places of Worship programme will close to new applications.

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Locality launches new Commission on the Future of Localism: Consultation process

Posted on 22/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

Locality, the link group for community-led neighbourhood organisations, has launched a new ‘Commission on the Future of Localism’ to uncover what is needed to reinvigorate local democracy and empower communities, with submission dates from 15 May.

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Towers that will change the face of Liverpool approved

Posted on 22/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

£250 million scheme to build a three-tower housing complex on the edge of Liverpool’s business district has secured approval. 

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REMINDER: IHBC & partners in Belfast, 9 May for ‘It’s Not Just Retrofit’ and IHBC Annual School Belfast2018

Posted on 19/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The IHBC Northern Ireland (NI) Branch and partners, the UAHS (Ulster Architectural Heritage Society) and RSUA (Royal Society of Ulster Architects), host a ‘Retrofit’ presentation and discussion led by IHBC trustee John Edwards in Belfast on 9 May, from 5-7pm, … Continue reading →

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Guidelines for Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment

Posted on 19/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The IHBC is teaming up with the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) and the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) to produce a guidance document for cultural heritage impact assessment (GCHIA), and develop guidance as authoritative as the Guidelines … Continue reading →

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Reminder: IHBC helps open CIOB/NT conference: ‘Successful Operation of Historic Building’, London 3 May

Posted on 19/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

On behalf of the IHBC, Director Sean O’Reilly will join in opening the joint CIOB/National Trust conference ‘Keys to the Successful Operation of Historic Buildings’ on 3 May 2017 in Somerset House, London.

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HS2 IHBC opportunity – 3 May Birmingham event

Posted on 19/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

IHBC members who registered for the HS2 ‘Enabling Works Supplier Day’ on 3 May at the VOX, Birmingham will have the chance to meet the EWCs and HS2 specialists so that they can prepare themselves to bid for the upcoming opportunities.

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Half of councils yet to publish a Local Plan warns report

Posted on 19/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

Nearly half of all local planning authorities in England have yet to publish a draft Local Plan, new research has revealed.

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‘£1m house’ in Kingston collapses into rubble

Posted on 19/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The BBC has reported on a large detached house in south-west London that was thought to be worth more than £1m has collapsed.

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Plans outline five year vision for the Trossachs National Park: ‘… big priorities… to make a lasting difference…’

Posted on 19/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

Scotland’s Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park is set to undertake significant rural development under a new draft five year plan now subject to a 12-week, closing 3 July.

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Opinion: Guardian views on funding church heritage – save buildings if not beliefs

Posted on 19/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

An opinion piece from the Guardian recognises that the ancient churches and cathedrals of Britain are real national treasures, shared with unbelievers, and they must be paid for.

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Be a ‘Friend’ to the IHBC’s 2017 Manchester School and use your network to join ours, absolutely free! (Limited Offer)

Posted on 14/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

Interested bodies can be a ‘Friend’ of the IHBC’s 2017 Manchester School, hosted by our North West Branch, and have their logo and website link on our ‘Friends of the School’ page, by agreeing to promote the School’s profile across … Continue reading →

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IHBC & partners in Belfast, 9 May: Preparing for the 2018 IHBC School as John Edwards says: ‘It’s Not Just Retrofit’

Posted on 14/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The IHBC Northern Ireland (NI) Branch and partners, the UAHS (Ulster Architectural Heritage Society) and RSUA (Royal Society of Ulster Architects), host a ‘Retrofit’ presentation and discussion led by IHBC trustee John Edwards in Belfast on 9 May, from 5-7pm, … Continue reading →

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IHBC Scotland fixes up your CPD Day on Metal Roofs: 28 April, Newhailes

Posted on 14/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The IHBC’s Scotland Branch offers a one-day seminar on 28 April 2017 in and around Newhailes, to examine good practice in lead jointing, shaping lead on to awkward roofs, slate trimming and laying on metal roofs.

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THATCH CPD reminder: ‘Conservation of Thatch’, 17 May, Peterborough

Posted on 14/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

Another remarkable day of IHBC-recognised CPD on the ‘Conservation of Thatch’, is on offer on 17 May, in Peterborough, with fees supported by Historic England. 

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HS2 IHBC opportunity – Reminder deadline for 3 May Birmingham event: 18 April

Posted on 14/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The IHBC and the Supply Chain team at HS2 (High Speed 2) are inviting IHBC members to an HS2 ‘Enabling Works Supplier Day’ on 3 May at the VOX, Birmingham, with Tuesday 18 April the deadline for registering interest.  For additional background … Continue reading →

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IHBC’s ‘Top HESPR pick’ of the week: St Andrews University seeks consultant for refurbishment of B-listed Younger Hall; £7,500,000, closing 8 May

Posted on 14/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The IHBC’s heritage business listing, HESPR – the Historic Environment Service Providers Recognition scheme – offers members weekly Bulletins that bring tender and other business opportunities together into one handy resource, and the Director’s top pick for NewsBlog readers this … Continue reading →

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‘Early Bird’ rates for IHBC’s 2017 Annual School end 21 April: Book now and save on CPD

Posted on 14/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

Rate reductions on ‘Early Bird’ bookings for the IHBC’s 2017 School – ‘Transport Infrastructure’ – end 21 April, so if you want to get even better value, be sure to book now for your annual ‘re-charge’ of heritage CPD (Continuing … Continue reading →

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RICS and YouGov headline how specialist skills shortage generates risk for buildings

Posted on 14/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

A new RICS and YouGov survey warns that historic buildings are at risk due to a restoration skills crisis threatening their future.

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High Court quashes PP for 5-bed home for third time: challenges include definitions of ‘village’ and ‘limited infilling’

Posted on 14/04/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

Northumberland Council has seen its grant of planning permission for a five-bed home quashed by the High Court for a third time, part of a sequence of successful challenges linked to Green Belt and Local Plan policy, as well as … Continue reading →

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