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The Draft Heritage Protection Bill discussed by IHBC Chair Dave Chetwyn, Ian Lush and Margaret Hodge on BBC's 'You and Yours' - Thursday 17th April 2008
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4th July 2008
DCMS publish draft Conservation Area clauses in Heritage Bill
3rd July 2008
Winston Churchill Memorial Trust 2009 Travel Fellowships announced
1st July 2008
27th June 2008
26th June 2008
18th June 2008
Southampton’s Tudor House comes one step closer to reopening as a major heritage attraction
Southampton City Council is pleased to announce the completion of the first phase of a major restoration project at the Tudor House Museum. In March 2007, the repair works totalling £1.9m were embarked upon in an effort to preserve the historic structure in Bugle Street, in preparation for its major redevelopment as a heritage attraction. The building works, which have been funded by the city council, the Heritage Lottery Fund and English Heritage, have incorporated traditional techniques and replicated materials used in the medieval times. The end of phase one of this important renovation scheme comes as Southampton launches a campaign to become an international city of culture by 2026. As part of this, the city council is carrying out a consultation to look at how Southampton can make the most of its rich heritage and creative talent. The improvements to Tudor House are just one reason why there’s never been a better time to invest in Southampton’s cultural offer: the 2012 Olympic Games, Titanic centenary commemorations and the 400th anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower, are all coming up in the next 20 years. Councillor John Hannides, Cabinet Member for Leisure, Culture and Heritage, said: “There are many cultural attractions scattered across Southampton. Many of these, like Tudor House, are of regional significance and over a million people pass through their doors each year. We want these residents and visitors to help us develop our cultural and heritage offer. That is why we are asking to take part in this consultation.” He added: “Our aim is to enhance and build on Southampton’s cultural credentials so that we can improve attractions such as Tudor House and bring Southampton’s heritage alive for everyone.” Southampton already has the building blocks in place to create an impressive cultural offer: • Its living, breathing open spaces • The most complete set of original medieval town walls in the country • A Long heritage as a world port • A nationally significant cluster of art galleries • And, rich stories connected to globally significant events, such as Titanic, the transatlantic liners, the Spitfire, Henry V and King Canute. Consultation flyers will be available in city heritage and leisure venues for people to complete and return with their views on how Southampton can promote its heritage and culture. Meanwhile, proposals are now being development for the next phase of the Tudor House project to include new visitor facilities including new displays and experiences, which will tell the story of the house and the people who lived and worked there. There will also be an education suite based at the Tudor Merchant’s Hall and a café, as well as full access for people of all abilities. It’s estimated the second stage of the work will cost around £5.4m. Funding will again come from the Heritage Lottery Fund, the city council and other grants.
Linked Web Site http://www.southampton.gov.uk/leisure/localhistoryandheritage/museums-galleries/tudorhouse.asp
IHBC member named in the Queen's Birthday Honours
28th May 2008
IHBC ANNUAL SCHOOL 2008: Historic Areas - managing the spaces in between 26th to 29th June 2008
EFAP conference: 'Urban regeneration - adapting to climate change', 15-17June, Ljubljana
New protection proposed for World Heritage Sites in England
27th May 2008
New training scheme in historic environment management in English Heritage
23rd May 2008
HELM training event series on Enabling Development
NATIONAL: NEW CHIEF PLANNER TO BOOST COMMUNITIES Steve Quartermain The Government's vision for vibrant and sustainable communities was given a boost with the announcement of a new highly skilled Chief Planner by Communities Secretary, Hazel Blears. The Government's ambitious reforms aim to make the planning system faster and fairer with people and councils engaged in shaping their communities. The new Chief Planner has been appointed to help drive forward this agenda. Steve Quartermain will spearhead the Government's drive to ensure the planning system supports the delivery of housing growth, climate change, sustainable economic development and works to protect and enhance the natural environment. As Chief Planner his priorities will include helping local councils deliver their local plans for better housing and sustainable communities. He will also drive forward our ambitions to strengthen the skills and capacity of planning departments through encouraging new professionals and graduate into planning careers. Mr Quartermain is Executive Director of Hambleton District Council where the planning service he led was recognised for its high quality work. Steve brings 29 years of planning experience to the role and as President of the Planning Officers Society he has already represented the planning profession at a national level. Planning Minister, Caroline Flint said: "This is an important appointment. The new Chief Planner will play a vital role shaping the future of planning. Mr Quartermain's appointment will be key to ensuring we work well with councils and local planners so the planning system delivers the best possible local plans that have high quality housing and infrastructure with environmentally friendly developments for communities." Mr Quartermain said: "I am delighted to take up this role. It is a challenging and exciting time for planners in Government, councils and through out the profession. My aim as Chief Planner is to make a positive contribution toward ensuring that planning promotes the development of prosperous and vibrant communities." www.communities.gov.uk
20th May 2008
Draft Heritage Protection Bill 2008 Commentary by English Heritage
16th May 2008
2nd May 2008
The new and more comprehensive THI application guidance. ...more
A third round of CARS was announced by our Minister on Wednesday -(Click on "Guidance Notes and Application Form") ...more
GUS ASTLEY STUDENT AWARD 2007 - Announcement of Awards
In 2007 the IHBC established an Annual Student Award in memory of the Institute’s former membership Secretary and long-time supporter, Gus Astley, funded through the IHBC and the Gus Astley Memorial Fund. The award is made for an ‘outstanding’ work in any aspect of conservation – from historical research to intervention strategies – submitted as part of an under-graduate or post-graduate taught course. The judges , Bob Kindred MBE of Ipswich Conservation and Design Service, Nathan Blanchard, of Heritage Initiatives, and the IHBC Director Dr Seán O’Reilly noted the high standard of the submissions.
HOW TO CARE FOR PLACES AND PEOPLE: Towards a common standard in Historic Environment Conservation Services & Skills. A new IHBC consultation document from IHBC which begins to define the skills needed by professionals working in historic environment conservation and the level of services that should be expected from historic environment conservation bodies especially in local government. The gamut of conservation activities are individually defined and the lead officer and local government department for each identified. The matrix also examines the possible impact of the Heritage Protection Review on the current situation. Each activity is linked closely to the IHBC’s Areas of Competences which represent the fundamental skills set for a conservation professional. Informed by national and international standards, they have been developed out of the skills sets required by conservation professionals, and in particular by Conservation Officers working in local planning authorities. As such these standards represent a microcosm of the services that should be available through the local authority if it is to fulfil its statutory duties and civic obligations to historic environment conservation. Consultation runs until 2 May 2008.
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Send opinions to: skillsconsultation@ihbc.org.uk
IHBC, NHTG, ICOMOS and other partners announce conference launching research into built heritage professionals and traditional craft skills This Conference will launch the Publication of two new National Heritage Training Group (NHTG) Research Reports: Review of Traditional Building Craft Skills in England, 2008 and Current Skills and Future Training Needs of Building Professionals in the UK Built Heritage Sector 2008 providing hard quantitative evidence of the need for more integrated skills training and education for the built environment and demonstrating progress since the ICOMOS-UK Workshop: Conservation in Architectural Education: Making the Case at the University of Bath in 2005 Flyer (PDF)
Vat Update from Europe
Conference - Wales’ Historic Environment in Focus
IHBC, Civic Trust for Wales and Cadw have announced a conference putting ‘Wales’s Historic Environment in Focus’ - Treftadaeth 08 – to nform government policy and shape partnership working in Wales. Speakers will include Rhodri Glyn Thomas, Minister for Heritage at the Welsh Assembly Government and Richard Keen, Chairman of he Historic Buildings Advisory Council. It will take place in the ales Millennium Centre, Cardiff. Central theme will be how people can work together to create more effective partnerships, helping the sector secure a sustainable future for historic places within a better Wales. There will also be an opportunity for an update on the proposed new heritage protection legislation Full details
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CPD assessment on its way
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