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- Spotlighting IHBC’s latest Council: A paper you might have missed… Adam Dyer on ‘Green upgrades for London’s heritage homes’ 17/04/2026
- 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! 17/04/2026
- IHBC ‘Intervention’ Signpost: SAVE Britain’s Heritage Buildings at Risk Register 17/04/2026
- IHBC Director’s pick from HESPR’s £2.4M costed works: Public body seeks Heritage etc. consultant for iconic project, to 16/04 & £1.3+Mn 17/04/2026
- IHBC features ‘Heritage from the (valued?) doorstep’: Edinburgh’s Argyle House qualifies for listed status – but won’t get it 17/04/2026
- IHBC features ‘Heritage from the (under-valued?) doorstep’: Developer fights to keep new features on church 17/04/2026
- Launch of new fund with ‘more flexible terms’ in AHF’s 50th year of lending: inaugurated by Cadw with £500K 17/04/2026
- HSE: ‘Consultation on the Control of Lead at Work Regulations’ to 24 May 17/04/2026
- Icon launches Conservation Skills at Risk project 17/04/2026
- AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Partnership (CDP) opportunity on ‘Spaces of Health: Connecting Past and Present Experiences of Health and Wellbeing in Heritage’, open to 1 May 17/04/2026
- Local people take the lead in ‘Pride in Place’ across 40 more communities 17/04/2026
- Join the ‘Inclusive European Heritage Residency 2026’ in Malta | Apply by 15 May 17/04/2026
- IHBC features ‘Heritage from the Global doorstep’: Judge halts above-ground construction of Trump’s White House ballroom 17/04/2026
- 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
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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
As part of its support for local, cost-effective Branch-based training, advice and Continuing Professional Development (CPD), the IHBC has posted West Midlands (WM) Branch’s celebrated suite of webinars, ‘The Conservation Hour: Series 2’, and seeks thoughts on a possible Series … Continue reading
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IHBC’s ‘Evaluation’ CPD Signpost: HE launches two short films that explain the role of the HERs
Historic England (HE) has launched two films that explain the vital role Historic Environment Records (HERs) play for our heritage, including Victorian buildings and monuments.
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Government Publishes ‘partial response’ to Energy Performance of Buildings Consultation
The Government has issued a ‘partial response’ to its consultation on ‘Reforms to the Energy Performance of Buildings regime’, exploring ‘proposals on what reformed Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) will measure and when EPCs will be required’.
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DWP consults on merger of training bodies
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has launched an open consultation on `Industry Training Board Reform’, including the merger of training bodies.
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Booking opens for IHBC’s 2026 Annual Day School, #IHBCNewcastle2026, in person & online, June 19: Accessible & Certified CPD on ‘Adaptive Reuse’ – From £35+VAT
The IHBC is delighted to announce that booking for in person and online places is now open for the IHBC Annual Day School 2026, in Newcastle, from 19 June, exploring ‘Adaptive Reuse’ with conservation professionals from across the UK and … Continue reading
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Looking back to IHBC’s Council on ‘Heritage Skills in Conservation’, and ahead to our new ‘response-led’ DRAFT Minutes, for review and feedback
IHBC’s Council, our inclusive member-only advisory and training body, held its most recent meeting online on 8 October to engage with and update members while also exploring ‘Heritage Skills in Conservation’, and now with new-format response-led First Draft minutes available … Continue reading
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ARB’s five-year strategy to strengthen safety, competence and culture in architecture
The Architects Registration Board (ARB) has published a new five-year strategy focused on improving safety, strengthening professional competence and improving workplace culture among architects in the UK.
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Government plans to train next generation of construction workers
13,000 apprenticeship and T Level opportunities are being created by government’s plan to transform school buildings.
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Check out IHBC’s next new-style ‘CPD Circular’ & feedback: ‘At-a-glance colour coding’, simpler format, Awards, Director’s CPD Spotlights, & more
IHBC’s newest CPD Circular, which lists accessible and cost-effective ‘Continuing Professional Development’ (CPD) on our networks, has been simplified, with tighter ties to our Events Calendar, colour coding of provider categories. SIGN UP FOR IHBC’S FREE CDP RESOURCES
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ARB launches consultation on proposed changes to professional practical experience (PPE)
The Architects Registration Board (ARB) has launched a consultation on proposed changes to professional practical experience (PPE), aimed at improving fair and consistent access to high-quality experience for future architects.
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HE: Delivering heritage construction skills and training in projects
Historic England’s (HE) Conservation and Heritage Capital projects ‘offer great opportunities to build in skills and training’ helping address skills gaps and shortages identified in its research.
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CITB announces changes to funding and grants
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has announced a series of changes it is making to the funding and grant system, changes ‘designed to ensure CITB can deliver the greatest value for the greatest number of employers and maximise the … Continue reading
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IHBC welcomes award of OBE to IHBC Chair David McDonald: An ‘extraordinary’ person…
IHBC President, Rebecca Thompson has warmly welcomed the award of an OBE to IHBC Chair David McDonald in the New Year Honours List 2026, an award that ‘recognises the achievements and service of extraordinary people across the UK.’
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Welsh Government Flexible Skills Programme (FSP)
Upskilling your employees with the Flexible Skills Programme Partnership Projects.
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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the global doorstep’: European Heritage Hub’s ‘Call for good practices’ – ‘Cultural heritage as an asset for the green, digital and social transformation’, to 19/12
Cities and regions : European Heritage Hub makes a call for submissions on good practices in cultural heritage.
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IHBC’s December ‘CPD Circular’ now out: Accessible, cost-conscious learning, events & resources, with Branch & National AGMs, Surgeries, CPD Partnerships & more
IHBC’s newest CPD Circular lists accessible, cost-effective ‘Continuing Professional Development’ (CPD), from priority Branch Partnership events to Branch and National AGMs and more.
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Need a MATE? Act soon & reserve your free online IHBC Accreditation guidance and update session soon (November closed; January still open)
As part of the IHBC’s evolving Membership Accreditation Training Events (MATE ) programme, we’re continuing to offer free webinars for applicants with CPD-certified advice on applying for IHBC accreditation (Full & Associate).
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Need a MATE? Act soon & reserve your free online IHBC Accreditation guidance and update session (November closed; January still open)
As part of the IHBC’s evolving Membership Accreditation Training Events (MATE ) programme, we’re continuing to offer free webinars for applicants with CPD-certified advice on applying for IHBC accreditation (Full & Associate).
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Need a MATE? More free online Accreditation guidance and update sessions offered to guide IHBC applicants.
As part of the IHBC’s evolving Membership Accreditation Training Events (MATE ) programme, we’re continuing to offer free webinars for applicants with CPD-certified advice on applying for IHBC accreditation (Full & Associate).
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Need a MATE? More free online Accreditation guidance and update sessions offered to guide IHBC applicants.
As part of the IHBC’s evolving Membership Accreditation Training Events (MATE ) programme, we’re continuing to offer free webinars for applicants with CPD-certified advice on applying for IHBC accreditation (Full & Associate).
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Need a MATE? More free online Accreditation guidance and update sessions offered to guide IHBC applicants.
As part of the IHBC’s evolving Membership Accreditation Training Events (MATE ) programme, we’re continuing to offer free webinars for applicants with CPD-certified advice on applying for IHBC accreditation (Full & Associate).
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IHBC’s newest ‘Branch Committee Bulletin, from the IHBC’s Director’: National Office updates for Branch Officers
The IHBC’s new Branch Committee Bulletin has been issued, updating our Branch committees on strategic developments and current priorities, while if you want to find out more just check the NewsBlogs or contact your Branch Officers or the IHBC’s National … Continue reading
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IHBC’s ‘Practice’ Signpost: Traditional and historic buildings – a new Retrofit British Standard, an update from IHBC’s John Edwards, with joint CPD webinar 14/11
‘BS 40104: 2025: Retrofit Assessment for Domestic Dwellings – Code of Practice’, was officially published at the end of September and here Prof. John Edwards, IHBC’s Technical Panel Secretary and lead on the heritage/traditional buildings workstream, updates NewsBlog readers on … Continue reading
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IHBC launches FREE ‘Events Calendar’ submission form – with potential for inclusion in our celebrated monthly CPD Circular
The IHBC has issued a new form to help ensure sector events with IHBC CPD values can be considered for inclusion in our free IHBC ‘Events Calendar’, with submissions required at least 2 weeks before the end any month to … Continue reading
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