Daily Archives: 01/09/2023

IHBC welcomes ODs, DODs, HODs & EHODs: Open Days for locally-led heritage resources and projects across September

Posted on 01/09/2023 by IHBC

The IHBC welcomes the suite of volunteer-led events across September that open access to local heritage places and resources: Open Doors (Wales), Doors Open Days (Scotland), Heritage Open Days (England) & European Heritage Open Days (Northern Ireland), with many supported … Continue reading →

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IHBC’s polls on ‘Priority Skills’: Have your say, and respond on social media or email Anna Hart at training@ihbc.org.uk

Posted on 01/09/2023 by IHBC

The IHBC is polling members on priority skills support, so please check out and respond on our social media posts, or you can contact lead officer Anna Hart direct at training@ihbc.org.uk.

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IHBC’s Finance/Policy Signpost: Small businesses offered rent-free shops by Westminster CC – ‘Meanwhile On: Oxford Street’

Posted on 01/09/2023 by IHBC

Small businesses are being offered the chance to take over a shop on Oxford Street, rent-free, as part of a new project launched by Westminster City Council (CC), in partnership with New West End Company: ‘Meanwhile On: Oxford Street’ campaign. … Continue reading →

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IHBC’s Research Signpost: National Trust for Scotland publishes selection of research reports and papers

Posted on 01/09/2023 by IHBC

A collection of research reports and papers published by National trust for Scotland is available online.

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IHBC’s HESPR pick from £135K+ costed works: English Council seeks masterplan team for key urban site, closes 23/09, £135K

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The IHBC’s heritage business register HESPR – our Historic Environment Service Providers Recognition quality assurance service – emails members regular ‘News and Tender Alerts’, and the IHBC Director’s pick this week is the call from an English Council for a … Continue reading →

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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the doorstep’: Concerns raised after door removed from Grade I historic Petworth church

Posted on 01/09/2023 by IHBC

An historic door to a church of ‘the highest historical significance’ has been removed, causing some upset in Petworth, writes Sussex World. image for illustration: St Mary’s Church, Petworth by Smb1001, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons  

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Europa Nosta’s 7 Most Endangered Programme 2024: Apply by 15 September 2023

Posted on 01/09/2023 by IHBC

Europa Nostra is calling for member and other nominations of important heritage in Europe that is endangered for its 7 Most Endangered Programme 2024.

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Investing in home improvement could boost our economy, make homes safer and save lives

Posted on 01/09/2023 by IHBC

The Centre for Ageing Better’s new report reveals how a small investment in improving the safety, heating and accessibility of the nation’s poorest-quality homes could have substantial economic benefits. image: DEMOS

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Scotland consults on mandatory training in planning for elected members, closing 26/10

Posted on 01/09/2023 by IHBC

Consultation on mandatory training in planning for elected members has opened in Scotland, and closes on 26 October.

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BSI on heightened scrutiny around greenwashing: How can businesses ensure their environmental reporting is accurate?

Posted on 01/09/2023 by IHBC

According to research by BSI, 66% of UK consumers are highly engaged with adopting a more sustainable lifestyle, and 80% of Generation Z respondents, which means ‘green marketing’ is increasingly a tool for brands to develop a competitive advantage. image: … Continue reading →

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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the Global Doorstep’: RTE on ‘Lasting damage’ to Deer Stone in Glendalough

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Lasting damage has been caused to the Deer Stone in Glendalough, Co Wicklow, Ireland, in what appears to be an act of vandalism, according to Project Manager for HeritageMaps.ie, Pat Reid. image for illustration: Glendalough by Jonjobaker, CC BY-SA 4.0, … Continue reading →

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