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Build on brownfield now, Gove tells underperforming Councils

Posted on 08/03/2024 by IHBC

Big city councils must prioritise brownfield development, building new homes in right places and protecting the Green Belt. image for illustration: Open Government Licence v3.0

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UK to establish world’s first UN-backed centre for circular economy research

Posted on 08/03/2024 by IHBC

The UK is to establish the world’s first UN-backed centre for circular economy research, where sustainable approaches to the circular economy and resource efficiency will be developed to enable the transition to a greener future. image for illustration

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SocEnv Awards 2024 now open, to 17th April 2024

Posted on 08/03/2024 by IHBC

The Society for the Environment has announced that its annual SocEnv Awards are back and nominations are now open to 17/05. image for illustration: Open Government Licence v3.0

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Sustainable insulation company achieves a UK first

Posted on 08/03/2024 by IHBC

IndiNature, based in the Scottish Borders, has become the first UK company manufacturing industrial hemp insulation to achieve a full agrément certificate from the British Board of Agrément (BBA). image for illustration

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IHBC’s 6th Council enjoys compelling CPD on political engagement from BEFS, #IHBCReading2024 (12/13-15 June) launch, and positive takes on IHBC’s AGM #IHBCpetitionforcharter ‘next step’ draft Resolution

Posted on 05/03/2024 by IHBC

The IHBC’s Council, our inclusive advisory body with training at its heart, held its sixth online meeting on 27 February, with a busy agenda taking delegates views on next steps in the Institute’s exploration of a Charter, coming to our … Continue reading →

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IHBC seeks nominations for Marsh Awards 2024: ‘Retired IHBC Members’ and/or ‘Successful Learners’ – Closing 31 March 2024

Posted on 05/03/2024 by IHBC

Two IHBC Marsh Awards, developed in partnership with the Marsh Charitable Trust celebrate, respectively, civic contributions by retired IHBC members and successful learning in heritage skills, offer awards of £500 and free places at IHBC’s 2024 Annual School in Reading … Continue reading →

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Interested in serving as an IHBC trustee? As IHBC’s 2024 AGM approaches, check our guidance and see if you want to take your IHBC membership to a new level

Posted on 05/03/2024 by IHBC

As a date for the IHBC’s 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) approaches, this is a good time for members of all categories to review our guidance, support and advice encouraging prospective trustees to join our board.

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IHBC ‘Research’ & ‘Communication’ Signpost: Ireland’s CRAFTVALUE digital exhibition, ‘CRAFT UNCOVERED’, opens

Posted on 05/03/2024 by IHBC

Christine Casey, Professor of Architectural History, Trinity College Dublin, has written to notify IHBC members that the CRAFTVALUE digital exhibition ‘CRAFT UNCOVERED’ is now accessible on the project website HERE.

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IHBC’s HESPR ‘Special Interest News’: Pre-launch notice – English Heritage Chair Gerard Lemos CMG CBE opening IHBC’s Reading Day School, #IHBCReading2024, 14/06

Posted on 05/03/2024 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 the IHBC on the opening by Gerard Lemos CMG CBE, … Continue reading →

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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the doorstep’: Last remnant of Brinsley’s mining history could be about to disappear

Posted on 05/03/2024 by IHBC

Nottinghamshire’s Brinsley village Headstocks, one of the last markers of the village’s mining history, had been used as a heritage feature for three decades before being disassembled by Broxtowe Borough Council in December, reports Nottinghamshire Live. image for illustration: Garth … Continue reading →

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Theatres at Risk Register 2024 announced

Posted on 05/03/2024 by IHBC

The Theatres Trust has published its annual list of theatres under threat of permanent closure, redevelopment, or demolition across the UK.

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Testing Works calls for conservation trustees etc for care of GII* London engineering

Posted on 05/03/2024 by IHBC

Testing Works has asked the IHBC to post a notice to members and readers who might be interested in helping with the governance of its small volunteer-run charity, caring for and celebrating the work of Victorian engineer David Kirkaldy.

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House of Commons Library publishes research briefing: ‘Restoration and Renewal: Developing the strategic case’

Posted on 05/03/2024 by IHBC

The House of Commons Library has published a research briefing: ‘Restoration and Renewal: Developing the strategic case’, outlining the different options for undertaking the restoration and renewal of the Palace of Westminster. Parliamentary copyright images are reproduced with the permission … Continue reading →

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Victorian Society Director Joe O’Donnell

Posted on 05/03/2024 by IHBC

After almost 4 years with the Victorian Society, Joe O’Donnell has moved on from his role as Director to focus on project managing the restoration of his new home.

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Medieval Glasgow heritage site to be heated using energy from the Clyde thanks to net zero funding boost

Posted on 05/03/2024 by IHBC

A group dedicated to preserving and promoting one of the most renowned collections of early medieval sculptures in Europe has been awarded a grant of £150,000 by SP Energy Networks Net Zero Fund to make vital sustainable upgrades to the … Continue reading →

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IHBC issues 2024 AGM notice – online from 5.30PM, 30/04 – as Robyn Pender asks ‘… Why exactly are we using so much energy in buildings…’ with all members welcome as we look ahead to #IHBCpetitionforcharter and #IHBCReading2024

Posted on 01/03/2024 by IHBC

The IHBC has sent all members the 2024 AGM’s formal notice – April 30, online proceedings from 5.30PM – also featuring Robyn Pender, Director, Whethergauge, on ‘Taming the Elephant in the Room: Why exactly are we using so much energy … Continue reading →

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Serious about your career? Sign up to IHBC’s ‘Jobs etc.’, for diverse opportunities across roles and disciplines – spotlighting building and estate care for #IHBCReading2024

Posted on 01/03/2024 by IHBC

To help connect employers’ needs and practitioners’ skills, the IHBC regularly updates NewsBlog readers about the wide-ranging opportunities on our ‘IHBC Jobs etc.’ service, so be sure to sign up for free alerts and ‘stay ahead’ with the our unique … Continue reading →

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IHBC’s free webinar, co-hosted by Fit for the Future, for #IHBCReading2024 School: IHBC’s Technical Panel lead John Edwards on ‘Applying BSI’s PAS 2038’, 15/03, 10am

Posted on 01/03/2024 by IHBC

IHBC’s Technical Panel lead John Edwards explores ‘Applying BSI’s PAS 2038 in Retrofitting non-domestic Heritage and Traditional Buildings’ in a free & open webinar on 15 March, co-hosted by Fit for the Future, another free CPD ‘pre-school’ event for IHBC’s … Continue reading →

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IHBC’s ‘CPD’ Signpost (courtesy DCMS): Trustee opportunities at the British Museum – One Historic Buildings Conservation expert + 4 ‘Generalist’

Posted on 01/03/2024 by IHBC

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has notified the IHBC that the British Museum seeks a Historic Buildings Conservation Trustee as one of 5 new trustee roles. image for illustration: Seán O’Reilly

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IHBC’s HESPR pick from £170K+ works this week: Council seeks Heritage Advisor for DM, £45K, to 20/03

Posted on 01/03/2024 by IHBC

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

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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the doorstep’: Conservation and Heritage could be at the heart of regeneration in Forres

Posted on 01/03/2024 by IHBC

Local business, community and council have come together in a partnership project looking at the Forres Conservation area, exploring ways to develop, promote and conserve the historic character, reports Moray Council. image for illustration: Forres High Street by Amwilson2000 at English Wikipedia, … Continue reading →

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Crooked House: Owners of ‘wonky pub’ ordered to rebuild by South Staffs

Posted on 01/03/2024 by IHBC

The owners of The Crooked House pub have been ordered to rebuild ‘Britain’s wonkiest inn’ after it was destroyed last year in a suspected arson attack, as South Staffordshire Council has served an enforcement notice on the owners of the … Continue reading →

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Vic Soc (and others) welcome government launch of ‘consultation to stop the demolition of unlisted historic buildings under permitted development rights’

Posted on 01/03/2024 by IHBC

Government has opened consultation on permitted development rights (closing 9 April) in line with a commitment secured through advocacy and lobbying by The Victorian Society and its supporters.

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High Court quashes Gove decision to block redevelopment of flagship M&S store

Posted on 01/03/2024 by IHBC

The Secretary of State for Levelling Up’s called-in decision to refuse planning permission for a new flagship Marks & Spencer (M&S) store in London has been quashed by the High Court, in a decision that comes after a two-day appeal … Continue reading →

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PM appoints Towns Tsar

Posted on 01/03/2024 by IHBC

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has appointed Adam Hawksbee as interim Chair for the new Towns Unit. image for illustration – Joanna Theobald  

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