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- WM Branch’s ‘CPD Competence Suite No.2’ on IHBC’s YouTube: ‘The Conservation Hour: Series 2’ – Competence-based learning (open to non-members) with thoughts sought on a Series 3 14/04/2026
- Top marks for IHBC’s latest Council as LA Conservation service talks, papers & film get 10/10 from nearly 20% of 120+ delegates, shaping the survey for our new parliamentary push 14/04/2026
- IHBC is planning for growth, so grow with us by volunteering, with our Committees, Boards and Branches, or Panels, Groups and more as suits – just let us know! 14/04/2026
- IHBC opens Corporate Plan 2026-30 (‘CP30’) development with CP25 consultation, noting Charter, Parliamentary 5 Commitments, volunteer investment & more – to 28/02 & after 14/04/2026
- IHBC’s ‘Philosophy’ CPD Signpost: The UK Stained Glass Repository… finding stained glass windows new homes 14/04/2026
- IHBC’s ‘Evaluation’ CPD Signpost: HE launches two short films that explain the role of the HERs 14/04/2026
- IHBC features ‘Heritage from the (community) doorstep’: Some half of homes with planning permission since 2012-13 not yet built says Local Councils Network. 14/04/2026
- IHBC features ‘Heritage from the (Church) doorstep’: Catholic Bishops Conference welcomes £400K to unlock historic potential of former Catholic seminary 14/04/2026
- Museum of London demolition legal challenge dismissed in court 14/04/2026
- Government Publishes ‘partial response’ to Energy Performance of Buildings Consultation 14/04/2026
- APPGEBE: ‘Government must not sacrifice quality in drive to build 1.5 million homes’ 14/04/2026
- DWP consults on merger of training bodies 14/04/2026
- IHBC features ‘Heritage from the Global doorstep’: European Heritage Hub launches ‘Open Call’ for articles under In Varietate Concordia Columns initiative 14/04/2026
- Top marks for IHBC’s latest Council as LA Conservation service talks, papers & film get 10/10 from nearly 20% of 120+ delegates, shaping the survey in our new parliamentary push 10/04/2026
- Don’t need your paper Context? Do everyone a favour and pass it on, ‘Spreading the Word’ to help the Conservation Professional! 10/04/2026
- IHBC is planning for growth, so grow with us by volunteering, with our Committees, Boards and Branches, or Panels, Groups and more as suits – just let us know! 10/04/2026
- IHBC’s ‘Management’ CPD Signpost: Cross UK on ‘Fire in historic buildings: reflections following the Glasgow Union Street fire’ 10/04/2026
- IHBC’s ‘Design’ CPD Signpost: MHCLG seeks input from LAs & applicants for evidence base on impact of Design Codes 10/04/2026
- IHBC features ‘Heritage from the (council) doorstep’: Birmingham City Council issues late update on Black Sabbath pub – the full story so far 10/04/2026
- IHBC features ‘Heritage from the (former) doorstep’: Grade II Mill in Leek, Staffordshire demolished after being destroyed by fire 10/04/2026
- CPRE: Fixes for England land use crisis ‘already exist but… fragmented and…neglected’ argues report 10/04/2026
- Historic Houses report highlights ongoing challenges for ‘A Fragile Inheritance…’ 10/04/2026
- Buildings Must Adapt Faster to Climate Change, says Saint-Gobain – Arup Report 10/04/2026
- New Towns programme needs a compelling national vision, says new Lords’ report 10/04/2026
- Submission for the National Railway Heritage Awards (NRHA)2026 now open, till 30/04 10/04/2026
Daily Archives: 09/02/2024
IHBC’s special invitation to ALL members: Join our virtual Council for free & unique CPD on political engagement and heritage, PLUS updates on our AGM & Charter
All categories of IHBC members – Supporters, Affiliates, Associates and Full Members – are invited to join the IHBC’s next free online Council for topical high-level CPD on political engagement alongside the IHBC’s planned AGM discussions on a Charter.
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IHBC’s new CPD Circular now out: Easy access to training, awards & more – with spotlights from IHBC’s Branch events to networks, including THA’s call for trustees
IHBC’s February CPD Circular has been issued, listing cost-effective training and upskilling opportunities to help guide on all IHBC and wider Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities, learning and awards and more, including in this round The Heritage Alliance’s call for … Continue reading
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IHBC’s ‘Professional’ signpost AND reminders: Survey and consultation – Intangible Cultural Heritage in the UK, closes 29/02
Members are reminded that part of the government consultation on Intangible Cultural Heritage, which includes a series of public roundtable discussions to help define and identify Intangible Cultural Heritage tied to the implementation of the 2003 UNESCO Convention for the … Continue reading
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HESPR opportunities signpost: Check out the service with ‘Director’s choice’ issue, November 2023, £1.3+M works
The IHBC’s heritage business register HESPR – our Historic Environment Service Providers Recognition quality assurance service – emails members our ‘News and Tender Alerts’, and this occasional sample listing for NewsBlog readers looks back to a week in November 2023.
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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the doorstep’: Glasgow CC issues ‘building preservation notice’ on former cinema building
Glasgow City Council (CC) has issued a ‘building preservation notice’ on a former cinema building halting demolition, as demolition work had begun on the building before the council granted listed status, reports Glasgow World. image for illustration by emma mykytyn … Continue reading
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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the (Parliamentary) doorstep’: Jack Brereton MP moves new Bill to ‘Save Our High Streets’
Jack Brereton, Member of Parliament for Stoke-on-Trent South, successfully advanced his ‘High Streets (Designation, Review and Improvement Plan) Bill’ over the latest parliamentary hurdle. image for illustration: Open Government Licence v3.0
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UK Government levelling up funding in Wales tops £2.5 billion
Investment in every part of Wales is helping to grow the economy and deliver benefits for communities Government UK reports. image for illustration: Open Government Licence v3.0
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CIC: Expert guidance on personal liability risks for employees in new Risk Management Briefing on PII etc
The Construction Industry Council (CIC), through their Liability Panel has written a new Risk Management Briefing, ‘Personal Liability of employees’, detailing Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII), when employees may be covered (and when not), how it impacts employers and employees, what … Continue reading
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New RIBA guidance will help to embed democratic stakeholder engagement
The Engagement Overlay to the RIBA Plan of Work outlines best practice to integrate engagement into every stage of the design and construction process, advocating a democratic and collaborative approach. image for illustration: Open Government Licence v3.0
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STBA research project update: On people-centred ‘CALECHE renovation’
The Sustainable Traditional Buildings Alliance (STBA) has announced success in a new people-focussed renovation project from the EU, CALECHE: Coherent, Acceptable, Low Emission Cultural Heritage Efficient renovation.
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Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) launch date confirmed by UK Government: 12/02
The UK Government has confirmed that Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) will go live on 12 February 2024 as from this date major development (unless otherwise exempt) will have to deliver net gains for biodiversity leading to positive outcomes for nature, … Continue reading
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Scotland’s draft Circular Economy and Waste Route Map to 2030 Consultation: Closing 15/03
The Scottish Government has issued a consultation setting out proposals for the Circular Economy and Waste Route Map to 2030, its strategic plan to deliver Scotland’s sustainable resource and circular economy ambitions to 2030. image for illustration
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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the global doorstep’: WMF announces $15M+ USD for Climate Heritage Solutions
The World Monuments Fund (WMF) has announced new initiatives to redouble Climate Adaptation Efforts and prioritize historic preservation as a key defence against the effects of climate change, with projects including the rehabilitation of traditional Nepalese water systems to help … Continue reading
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