Author Archives: IHBC NewsBlog

IHBC CPD on Retrofit in North Wales: from CEW – 15 February, Llandudno

Posted on 08/02/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

Low-cost IHBC-recognised CPD for retrofit in older buildings is on offer from Constructing Excellent in Wales (CEW) in a series of events led by Colin King, BRE, and IHBC trustee John Edwards, with the next due on 15 February, in … Continue reading →

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Mates in Mind aims to improve mental health in construction

Posted on 08/02/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The British Safety Council and the Health in Construction Leadership Group has launched the Mates in Mind programme to address mental health in the construction industry.

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Milton Keynes celebrates 50th birthday

Posted on 08/02/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

Britain’s most famous New Town has marked its 50th anniversary with a programme of events to celebrate a place that was first mentioned in the Domesday Book and is now home to almost 270,000 people.

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SPAB asks: ‘What’s your favourite old building?’

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The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) publishes a ‘National Treasure’ feature in its quarterly SPAB Magazine – what building would you like featured?

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Could you speak to children about heritage? Call Speakers for Schools

Posted on 08/02/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The Speakers for Schools initiative is looking for heritage experts to talk at state schools to help children learn about cultural heritage.

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Discover Heritage Awards open for entries: Closing 28 Feb

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The Association for Heritage Interpretation (AHI) 2017 Discover Heritage Awards for excellence in cultural and natural heritage interpretation in Britain and Ireland are now open for entry (closing date 28 February 2017).

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National Army Museum to reopen after three-year redevelopment

Posted on 08/02/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The National Army Museum has announced that it will open on 30 March 2017 after a three-year £23.75 million re-development project including £11.5 million from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF).

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New tree preservation and replacement guidance issued

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The Planning Inspectorate has issued new guidance documents on the procedures for tree preservation orders and tree replacement notices

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Iconic Leith ‘Banana Flats’ receive Category A listing

Posted on 08/02/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

Historic Environment Scotland has recognised Leith’s iconic Cables Wynd House (aka the ‘Banana Flats’) and neighbouring Linksview House at Category A, as IHBC Affiliate Dawn McDowell, Deputy Head of Designations at Historic Environment Scotland, describes them as ‘amongst the best … Continue reading →

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IHBC member invitation: Join the Heritage Gateway website development – London 21/22 February – and get an £80 honorarium (almost the full IHBC annual fee after tax relief!)

Posted on 03/02/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The IHBC is a co-partner in the Heritage Gateway, the heritage information hub hosted by Historic England, and for the next stage of its development they are looking for historic and built environment consultants to take part in one of … Continue reading →

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IHBC reports on joint-APPG on ‘Will Neighbourhood Planning delivery the homes the country needs?’

Posted on 03/02/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The IHBC’s Vice-Chair Kathy Davies joined the debate on housing and neighbourhood planning at the recent joint All Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs) for Civic Societies and for Local Democracy, led by Civic Voice, which took place on Tuesday 31 January, … Continue reading →

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IHBC reminder: Civic Voice Design Awards close 14 Feb

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The IHBC reminds members that submissions for England’s Civic Voice Design Awards closes on 14 February.

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IHBC’s Marsh reminder: £500 for retired IHBC members contributing to the community, and an IHBC Full School place – closing 31 March

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The IHBC’s Marsh Awards programme has entered its second year, and includes the celebration of retired IHBC members contributing to their community, with prizes of £500 and a free place at the IHBC’s Annual School (closing date 31 March 2017). It … Continue reading →

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IHBC’s ‘Top HESPR tender picks’: Review Historic England written advice and guidance, closing 28 Feb, at £20,000-25,000

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

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IHBC consultation response update: Each Home Counts (the ‘Bonfield Review’)

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The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy consulted on these proposals but the IHBC Consultation Panel found that Each Home Counts fails to consider traditional buildings, especially those with solid walls, which is a serious omission as these represent … Continue reading →

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IHBC Chair’s short journey through French architecture

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James Caird reflects on the history of French architecture and the tussle between attracting visitors while maintaining heritage sites.

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Baroness Andrews leading debate on Built Environment Report in House of Lords: 24 January

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Following on from the publication last year of the report of the Select Committee on National Policy for the Built Environment, it was debated in the House of Lords on Tuesday 24 January, with Baroness Andrews leading discussions.

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Construction sector loses momentum in January ‘17

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Figures from Markit/CIPS UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index show that industry had the weakest activity growth since the recovery began in September 2016, while job creation hit an eight-month peak but there was the strongest input cost inflation since August … Continue reading →

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SPAB’s 2017 John Betjeman Award: closing 21 February

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The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) is inviting entries for its annual Award given in honour of Sir John Betjeman (closing date 21 February 2017).

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Hull’s Blade needs planning permission

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As part of Hull’s City of Culture celebrations, the 75-metre, 25-tonne offshore wind turbine blade had been installed in the city’s Victoria Square without planning permission, according to the Hull Daily Mail.

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New fund for cultural learning in English schools: Closing 15 Feb

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A new partnership between the RSA and the Education Endowment Foundation will evaluate cultural learning projects in English schools to help understand how cultural learning activity improves educational outcomes, in particular for disadvantaged children, with a closing date of 15 … Continue reading →

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IHBC welcomes HE consultation on ‘LB and Curtilage’ Advice Note for 2017: Closing 24 March

Posted on 01/02/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The IHBC has welcomed Historic England’s consultation on a revised version of an updated version of their ‘Listed Buildings and Curtilage’ Advice Note from 2016, with a closing date of Friday 24 March 2017, with plans for linked engagement events to be … Continue reading →

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IHBC highlights international RMI: Eiffel Tower to receive €300m, 15-year revamp

Posted on 01/02/2017 by IHBC NewsBlog

The Mayor of Paris has proposed a Repair, Maintenance and Improvement (RMI) programme to help care for the fabric of this iconic structural masterpiece as well improve security, reduce queues and protect visitors from adverse weather.

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IHBC consultation response: Call for Evidence for the English Churches and Cathedrals Sustainability Review

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The Department of Energy & Climate Change consulted on these proposals and the IHBC Consultation Panel found that many churches rely on external funding support to operate sustainably and an important challenge is reconciling community aspirations and needs with the … Continue reading →

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IHBC consultation response: Proposal for regulations required by the HE (Wales) Act 2016 and guidance documents

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The Welsh Government consulted on these proposals and the IHBC Consultation Panel found that while the imposition of costs might deter unreasonable behaviour in designation reviews, those in receipt of the designation on their property may not understand that it … Continue reading →

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