Daily Archives: 09/07/2014

The latest issue of the journal of the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC), Context, to go online is our ‘Heritage and nationhood’ issue, No 132, from November 2013, which looks at the effects of national identity on the historic … Continue reading →

A call in on the proposed partial demolition of Smithfield Market has resulted in refusal , as the Communities secretary accuses City Corporation of ‘deliberate neglect’ over buildings’ condition and endorses the Inspector’s findings in the following words: ‘…[the Secretary … Continue reading →

The Secretary of State for Wales, David Jones MP, has urged the Welsh Government to reform the planning system in his keynote speech to the Policy Forum for Wales. The Rt. Hon Mr Jones said: ‘As we call on investors … Continue reading →

England’s latest study on cultural engagement reveals that 73% of adults have visited a historic site in the last year, and 31% visit 3 to 4 times a year. DCMS writes: New data from the Taking Part survey released today … Continue reading →

The Local Government Association (LGA) has recently conducted research into public bodies working together to share facilities, land and buildings, stating that ‘buildings which are no longer affordable as single-use facilities could be saved from closure if public bodies work … Continue reading →

The Network for Planning Enforcement (NAPE) has recently featured a case study of a semi detached Edwardian property in a conservation area in Stockport where timber windows were replaced without first applying for planning permission (as the area was subject … Continue reading →

The European Union Prize for Cultural Heritage/Europa Nostra Awards is one of Europe’s prestigious prizes in the heritage field, and the 2015 nominations are now open, with a closing date of 15 October 2014. Europa Nostra writes: Every year, [the … Continue reading →

The Institute for Conservation, ICON, has announced details of a new fund to help mid career conservators with continuing professional development, with grants of up to £900 available.  ICON writes: Tru Vue Inc has partnered with the Institute of Conservation … Continue reading →

The Mayor of London has issued ‘Character and Context Supplementary Planning Guidance’, urging decision makers to have a full understanding of the heritage and environment of an area before making decisions affecting its future. The Mayor of London writes: The … Continue reading →

An award scheme has been launched by CAMRA (The Campaign for Real Ale) to celebrate the best public houses and clubs in Britain, particularly recognising standards in refurbishment and conservation, and with the closing date for entry is August  31 … Continue reading →

Place North West reports that one of the first municipal swimming pools in the UK, which has been empty for 40 years and is grade II* listed, is now to be converted into small office, enterprise and business hubs for … Continue reading →

English Heritage (EH) has formally launched an online service that is designed to offer a searchable database of properties in its care, concentrating on exploring the history and significance of the sites and properties. EH writes: Portico is an online … Continue reading →