The Institute for Archaeologists (IfA) has received the news that their Petition for a Royal Charter of Incorporation was considered by the Privy Council at its meeting on 11 February 2014 and Her Majesty the Queen was pleased to sign the Order of Grant.
The Heritage Alliance writes:
This huge step forward for the Institute will have a profound impact on the profession and how professional archaeologists are perceived by peers, colleagues, clients and the public.
The decision is an endorsement of the role of archaeologists, indicating that archaeology is a clear and distinct discipline working in the public interest. IfA established that IfA’s accredited members subscribe to an ethical Code of conduct, have demonstrated their competence and made a commitment to developing their skills through Continuing Professional Development, and are subject to the oversight of their peers – the essential elements of professionalism.
If you want to find out more about IfA and Charter – and what it all means – please visit the IfA website: LINK
Heritage Alliance Bulletin: LINK
