Daily Archives: 02/12/2022

IHBC’s early update on UK Parliamentary Group’s first Inquiry report, on ‘The Value of Heritage’, from Westminster, in #IHBC25

Targeted cuts in VAT on listed building refurbishments and a presumption against demolition of existing properties are among recommendations in a UK-wide All-Party Parliamentary Group’s (APPG) first report, on ‘The Value of Heritage’, supported by the IHBC, launched in Westminster … Continue reading

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#IHBCAberdeen2022: Seventh reprise: Boost for Bon Accord Baths restoration as council throws weight behind plans

Plans to resurrect Aberdeen’s historic Bon Accord Baths – the spectacular ‘work in progress’ venue for our 2022 Annual School‘s Thursday launching reception in June – have been given a considerable boost after Aberdeen City Council agreed to lend its … Continue reading

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IHBC’s HESPR weekly pick from £290+K costed works: Town Council seeks cost consultant for major project, due 9/12

The IHBC’s heritage business register HESPR – our Historic Environment Service Providers Recognition quality assurance service – emails members weekly ‘News and Tender Alerts’, and the IHBC Director’s pick for this week features a town Council’s call for cost consultant … Continue reading

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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the (church) doorstep’: Put churches to community use if they are to survive, says new research

Churches must improve the way that their buildings are used by the community, a new report published on Tuesday says, reports the Church Times. image: for illustration only

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UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard coalition launches call for evidence

The team developing the UK’s Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard (the NZCBS) has launched a call for evidence, to help inform and guide the development of the Standard.

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Historic Environment Scotland seeks up to 5 Board Members: Closing 16/12

Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is looking for up to five Board Members, offering fees from £228/day, for up to two days per month, with reasonable expenses also covered, closing 16 December.

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DCMS via British Council at COP27: £14m to protect heritage at risk

The British Council’s Cultural Protection Fund (CPF), in partnership with the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), announced at COP27  a new £14m grant for 17 projects, including those protecting heritage at risk from climate change.

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HES decides not to list Cumbernauld Town Centre

HES has published its decision not to list Cumbernauld Town Centre, after the organisation was asked to consider designating the site as a listed building by a member of the public last year. image: HES website

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Heritage Fund updates on 10-year strategy engagement feedback

An update has been issued on the feedback the Heritage Fund has received through its strategy engagement, and an indication of what this means for how it will support the UK’s heritage.

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HE reports on Adaptive Release: Guidance Framework for Sites Affected by Coastal Erosion and Flood Management

A new report from Historic England(HE) on Adaptive Release: Guidance Framework for Sites Affected by Coastal Erosion and Flood Management focuses on ‘Adaptive Release’ as a new management option.

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Georgian Group Architectural Awards 2022 announced

The Georgian Group annual Architectural Awards, generously sponsored by Savills, recognise exemplary conservation and restoration projects in the UK and reward those who have shown the vision and commitment to restore Georgian buildings and landscapes.

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