Daily Archives: 09/04/2016

Two news items affect the cultural heritage sector in Wales recently, with the findings of a new independent report on the future delivery of local museum services in Wales being accepted by the Deputy Minister for Culture, Sport and Tourism … Continue reading →

This year the ICOMOS International Day on Monuments and Sites is celebrated on 18 April, with various events happening worldwide (some along the theme of sport, which is this year’s theme) while as ever the IHBC can add events to … Continue reading →

The winners of the prestigious EU Europa Nostra prize have been announced, with 2016 bringing 28 winners from 16 countries, including four from the UK (English Heritage’s Heritage Schools Initiative, Cambridgeshire’s Wimpole Hall, a University of Cambridge rock art research … Continue reading →

The NHTG is looking for assistance from specialist heritage contractors in England who may be able to offer opportunities for traditional skills training.  NHTG writes: The NHTG is seeking specialist heritage contractors who would like to offer a traditional skills … Continue reading →

A new plan produced in partnership with England’s National Parks sets out how government intends to protect, promote and enhance National Parks in England from now until 2020. Defra writes: This 8-point plan sets out our priorities for improving National … Continue reading →

A new industry-led commission, The Sustainable Development Commission (SDC), has been set up by IHBC 2016 Annual School sponsor Iceni Projects to establish a ‘clear-cut’ set of guidelines for gauging the sustainability credentials of developments. The Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) … Continue reading →

The Welsh Government has outlined the benefits of the UK World Heritage conference being hosted in Caernarfon, following 30 years of WHS status at this site.  The Welsh Government writes: Wales will host the World Heritage UK conference this autumn, … Continue reading →

The Church Urban Fund (CUF) and The Department for Communities and Local Government DCLG have launched a £1.5 million grants scheme aimed at helping diverse communities get together and build understanding through joint projects, offering opportunities if you know of … Continue reading →

Local Authorities across the North of England are being asked to submit bids to host the 2018 Great Exhibition of the North, which is designed to celebrate the culture of the North East, North West and Yorkshire, with the competition … Continue reading →

A petition to parliament has been launched demanding third party right of appeal for England’s Parish Councils in the planning system.  The petition states: ‘The planning system is unfair. It is one of the few decision-making processes that gives no … Continue reading →