Daily Archives: 03/04/2015

In a move presaged in recent political statements, England’s Government has announced the transfer of architecture policy function from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) to the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) adding weight to the the public roles of architecture, but … Continue reading →

The reforms to local government in Northern Ireland (NI) took effect on 1 April 2015, with the former 26 Councils being replaced by 11 councils.  The Department of Environment Northern Ireland (DoENI) writes: As well as a reduction in the … Continue reading →

The Drystone Walling Association has been awarded funding for a heritage skills project in the North West of England, with £220,400 to provide bursaries and training in this important skill. The Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) writes: The Dry Stone Walling … Continue reading →

The Construction Industry Council (CIC) has released its recommendations for pledges affecting construction in its election briefing.  The Construction Industry Council (CIC) writes: Construction is a vital enabling sector which can spread jobs and prosperity throughout the wider economy.   This … Continue reading →

From April 1 construction companies who work on government projects will have to demonstrate how they will train their workforce. CITB writes: Employers will soon have to prove they intend to train workers before they can be awarded contracts for … Continue reading →

The RIBA have agreed proposals to change the way in which architectural training is implemented, in a bid to modernize the profession and open up training whilst removing potential obstacles to architectural recognition.  RIBA writes: At a special Education Forum … Continue reading →

The charity ‘Campaign for National Parks’ has called for protection of funding for national parks, and launched a petition calling for the halting of budget cuts.  The Campaign for National Parks writes: Calls for a moratorium on future budget cuts … Continue reading →

A new report issued by the CMS select committee looks at the importance of tourism to the national economy, and highlights the important role of communities in coastal areas to UK tourism, urging more support for areas of coastal heritage. … Continue reading →

The Greater London Authority (GLA) has launched a new strategy to promote the cultural attractions of London, recognising the importance of traditional attractions, as well as historic areas such as Brick Lane, the wealth of open spaces and ‘quirky’ attractions … Continue reading →

ITV news recently reported from Blaenau Ffestiniog on the slate industry area proposing to bid for world heritage status View the news article and watch a video report about the potential bid at ITV News More information on Blaenau Ffestiniog … Continue reading →