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IHBC’s new online ‘Training’ resource sets scene for Branch CPD Training Pilot launch and more

Posted on 28/02/2023 by IHBC

After a well-received IHBC Branch Committee consultation, the IHBC has launched a new training webpage to underpin the upgrade of our pre-COVID Local Delivery (Branch) CPD training pilot and consolidate current training support while setting the stage for forthcoming initiatives.

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Easier IHBC Affiliate applications: New short form options, guidance and more, with free online ‘surgeries’ & video to come, and IHBC CPD too

Posted on 28/02/2023 by IHBC

The IHBC has launched a suite of new help and guidance to make it easier for our Supporter members to advance to the new Affiliate member category, including shorter forms on a dedicated web page; regular surgeries for more personal … Continue reading →

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IHBC’s HESPR ‘Special Interest News’: IHBC HESPR double-update on benefits – transferable Jobs etc. posts & free MarketPlace stalls

Posted on 28/02/2023 by IHBC

IHBC’s heritage business register HESPR – our Historic Environment Service Providers Recognition quality assurance scheme for heritage services – emails members weekly ‘News and Tender Alerts’, and this week features IHBC’s HESPR member benefits update, of free stalls on the … Continue reading →

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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the (capital’s) doorstep’: Mayor maintains rejection of Chipperfield’s Chinese embassy plans

Posted on 28/02/2023 by IHBC

Architects Journal reports that the Mayor of London’s team declared there was ‘no sound planning reasons’ for him to overrule the council’s refusal to let the architect convert the former Royal Mint into facilities for Chinese diplomats. image: By Julie … Continue reading →

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DEFRA: England’s Environmental Improvement Plan 2023

Posted on 28/02/2023 by IHBC

Government has issued its Environmental Improvement Plan 2023 for England, a plan to halt and reverse the decline in nature, and the first revision of the 25 Year Environment Plan (25YEP). image: Open Government Licence v3.0

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‘Number of defects’ led to fatal fire at Cameron House hotel

Posted on 28/02/2023 by IHBC

A number of defects in the systems of working at a luxury hotel contributed to a fire which claimed the lives of two guests, an inquiry has found. image for illustration

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Natural England survey of LA habitat data

Posted on 28/02/2023 by IHBC

Natural England is hosting a survey to understand the availability of data held within local authorities (LAs) on habitat created or enhanced as a requirement of planning permissions and to identify the benefits of collating this information nationally. image: for … Continue reading →

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ICOMOS ‘International Day for Monuments and Sites’ 2023: 18/04, on Heritage Changes

Posted on 28/02/2023 by IHBC

ICOMOS has announced that the 2023 theme for International Day for Monuments and Sites (IDMS), which takes place on 18 April each year, is ‘Heritage Changes’, and is calling for partnering and support events.

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School buildings at risk of collapse: Unions write to Education Secretary

Posted on 28/02/2023 by IHBC

Seven education unions – Community, GMB, NAHT, NASUWT, NEU, UNISON and Unite – have written an urgent open letter to the Secretary of State for Education highlighting the shocking state of school buildings and calling upon the Government to take … Continue reading →

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Progress update blog on our HES high-level masonry inspections

Posted on 28/02/2023 by IHBC

Director of Operations, Historic Environment Scotland (HES) Craig Mearns, gives us an update on the progress of its high-level masonry inspections. image: HES website

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Easier IHBC Affiliate applications: New short form options, guidance and more + free online ‘surgeries’ & video to come, all IHBC CPD too.

Posted on 24/02/2023 by IHBC

The IHBC has launched a suite of new help and guidance to make it easier for our Supporter members to advance to the new Affiliate member category, including shorter forms on a dedicated web page; regular surgeries for more personal … Continue reading →

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IHBC’s signpost to AABC: Call for Lay Assessors for the AABC accreditation programme, to 17/05

Posted on 24/02/2023 by IHBC

The AABC (Register of Architects Accredited in Building Conservation) is seeking volunteer lay assessors who will be responsible for assessing the applications and re-accreditations for the AABC, with interest to be noted by 17 April.

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IHBC Council ‘Save the Date’ notice: 30 March, open to all member categories; online, on elections, and on public interest & challenges in a petition for charter

Posted on 24/02/2023 by IHBC

The IHBC’s next Council will take place on 30 March, online and on Zoom, focussed on Vice President elections – following Rebecca Thompson’s expression of interest (EOI) in the role – and on exploring the public interest and challenges in … Continue reading →

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IHBC Marsh Awards 2023: Seeking Nominations for ‘Retired IHBC Members’ and ‘Successful Learners’ – Closing 31 March 2023

Posted on 24/02/2023 by IHBC

Two  IHBC Marsh Awards, developed in partnership with the Marsh Charitable Trust, celebrate both civic contributions by retired members and successful learning in heritage skills, with awards of £500 and free places at IHBC’s Swansea 2023 School in June, closing … Continue reading →

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IHBC’s HESPR pick from £400KM costed works: Welsh Council seeks management plans and vacancy audit etc., closing 06/03

Posted on 24/02/2023 by IHBC

The IHBC’s heritage business register HESPR – our Historic Environment Service Providers Recognition quality assurance service – emails members weekly ‘News and Tender Alerts’, and the IHBC Director’s pick for this week features a call from a Welsh Council for … Continue reading →

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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the (press) doorstep’: ‘Building the Future Commission’ to celebrate 180 years of Building

Posted on 24/02/2023 by IHBC

Building’s ‘Building the Future Commission’ is a year-round project celebrating its 180 year legacy by looking at radical and challenging ideas that could help transform the built environment. image: for illustration – Open Government Licence v3.0

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ARB launches consultation on ‘Tomorrow’s Architects’: On ‘…comprehensive reforms to the education and training’, to 10/05

Posted on 24/02/2023 by IHBC

The Architects Registration Board (ARB) has launched a consultation on comprehensive reforms to the education and training of architects, closing on Wednesday 10 May 2023.

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Historic Royal Palaces seeks new Chair: Closing 10/03

Posted on 24/02/2023 by IHBC

Historic Royal Palaces is seeking a new Chair of the Board of Trustees as it ‘pursues a renewed focus on the charitable purpose and the public benefit that the charity brings’, closing 10/03.

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Apprenticeships boosted under plans to broaden UCAS

Posted on 24/02/2023 by IHBC

Young people will soon be able to search and apply for apprenticeships on UCAS. image: Open government Licence v3.0

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World renowned Ffestiniog blue grey slate is back in full production

Posted on 24/02/2023 by IHBC

After being closed for more than a decade Ffestiniog Quarry is back in full production, due to the huge demand for Welsh slate here in the UK and worldwide, producing the world renowned Blue Grey roofing slate. image: Welsh slate … Continue reading →

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RTPI launches new Code of Professional Conduct

Posted on 24/02/2023 by IHBC

From 1 February all RTPI members will be required to comply with a new Code of Professional Conduct that sets out updated and amended ethical standards for all members of the Institute and applies to all categories of membership and … Continue reading →

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Theatres at Risk Register 2023 unveiled

Posted on 24/02/2023 by IHBC

Theatres Trust has published its annual list of theatres under threat of closure, redevelopment, or demolition across the UK for 2023. image: for illustration – Theatres Trust

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Branch Liaison Officer prompts IHBC local networks for nominations for ‘Retired Member’ Marsh Award – closing 31 March

Posted on 21/02/2023 by IHBC

One of the IHBC Marsh Awards celebrates civic contributions by retired members, and offers £500 cash and a place at IHBC’s Swansea 2023 School, so our Liaison Officer is supporting our Branch network in promoting nominations.

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IHBC Council ‘Save the Date’ notice: 30 March, open to all member categories; online, on elections, and on public interest & challenges in a petition for charter

Posted on 21/02/2023 by IHBC

The IHBC’s next Council will take place on 30 March, online and on Zoom, focussed on Vice President elections – following Rebecca Thompson’s expression of interest (EOI) in the role – and on exploring the public interest and challenges in … Continue reading →

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IHBC welcomes Rebecca Thompson’s EoI for Vice President, as Council re-scheduled to March, AGM set for 3 May, and first call for next trustees issued

Posted on 21/02/2023 by IHBC

IHBC-accredited Rebecca Thompson, Senior Estate Manager at English Heritage, past President of the CIOB, and Yorkshire Branch Committee member, has had her Expression of Interest in the role of IHBC Vice President – and Council Vice Chair – formally welcomed … Continue reading →

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