Monthly Archives: November 2014

A Grade II* listed building in Birmingham’s jewellery quarter has been reopened by the Birmingham Conservation Trust as a heritage and arts attraction after £2 million grant investment from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF), the city council, and English Heritage. … Continue reading →

The Department for Culture Media and Sport (DCMS) has announced the next round of grants awarded under the First World War Centenary Cathedral Repair Fund, as Chancellor George Osborne says grants ‘will ensure that these beautiful and historic buildings remain … Continue reading →

The National Trust for Scotland has launched a debate with its 320,000 members concerning its future. Entitled ‘A Place for Heritage?’ the debate is an examination of the different factors and issues that might influence the role of the Trust … Continue reading →

The SPAB is seeking applications for Scholars (architects etc.) and Fellows (heritage crafts) for 2015 with applications due by 1 December. The William Morris Craft Fellowship is an advanced training scheme run by The Society for the Protection of Ancient … Continue reading →

The Private Member’s Bill by Richard Bacon MP received its second reading in parliament last week, a Commons Library Standard Note is now available which summarises the proposed provisions. The Parliament.uk site writes: This Bill, is sponsored by Mr Richard … Continue reading →

This week English Heritage announced that the newest addition to the listed building register is a 1970’s skatepark in London. English Heritage (EH) writes: One of the most elaborate and complete examples of a purpose built skatepark has been listed … Continue reading →

On 12 November a UK-wide event will take place aimed at raising awareness of the importance of social housing, with housing agents, landlords, tenants and social housing workers urged to share their positive stories on social media using a project … Continue reading →

A new report by the Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA) City Growth Commission proposes policies for city planning and growth throughout the UK, strengthening powers for metropolitan areas. The RSA writes: Unleashing Metro Growth … Continue reading →

The Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG)has issued a new consultation on the use of ‘right to build’ approach for self builds across England, with a closing date of 19 December. DCLG writes: Housing and Planning Minister Brandon Lewis … Continue reading →

New supplementary planning guidance (SPG) was issued by the Greater London Authority this week, aiming to build on the lessons learned from London 2012 in making accessibility at the heart of developments from the start, to make London the most … Continue reading →

Taylor and Francis Online are offering 30 days free access to the special RTPI centenary issue of Planning Theory & Practice. The special issue of the online journal is available for free if you register online using the token provided … Continue reading →