The regeneration of high streets in England has received a boost with the creation of a new Task Force that forms part of the Government’s Plan for the High Street. A new consortium led by The Institute of Place Management (IPM) which includes Civic Voice …
Arts Council Draft Strategy 2020-2030 – open for consultation
The Arts Council England has released its draft Strategy for the next 10 years. The final strategy, which will shape how ACE deliver their development, advocacy and investment approach for the next decade, is planned to be published in December 2019 and to come into …
MAC to Review Salary Thresholds for Future Immigration System
The Home Secretary Sajid Javid has asked the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) to review and advise on salary thresholds for the future immigration system, which will start to take effect from 2021. The MAC previously recommended that the Government should retain the existing minimum salary …
Government Pledges Investment and Support for Tourism and Heritage in New Tourism Sector Deal
Plans include 30 000 new apprenticeships, two new T-Levels, funding for five Tourism Zones and a new International Business Events Action Plan. Last week saw DCMS and BEIS publish a far-reaching Tourism Sector Deal which pledged to support the growth of Britain’s cultural heritage sector and historic …
Alliance Members – Send Us Your Beautiful Heritage Photos!
As we are in the process of developing a new website, we would like to include more images that showcase the work of our 130+ members and all the heritage they represent across the country, from historic buildings to steam trains. We are therefore asking …
Alexandra Palace Joins the Heritage Alliance
The Alliance is delighted to welcome Alexandra Palace as its newest member. Alexandra Palace is a remarkable seven-acre Grade II listed building surrounded by 196 acres of Parkland. It is one of London and the UK’s most iconic structures and enjoys global recognition as the birthplace of …
Giving To Heritage
Giving to Heritage was The Heritage Alliance’s exciting training programme for fundraisers in the heritage sector, which ended in 2017, but its legacy led to many successful heritage projects and initiatives (see the full report on Giving to Heritage programme here). Working in partnership with the Institute …
Historic Houses Foundation Provides Further Support for Heritage Funding Directory
The Heritage Alliance is very grateful to the Historic Houses Foundation (HHF), who will continue to support the Heritage Funding Directory over the next 5 years. The Heritage Funding Directory is managed by the Heritage Alliance and the Architectural Heritage Fund [Alliance member] and provides a list …
Sponsor Our Heritage and The Creative Industries Report
The Heritage Alliance is currently putting together a project on the important role of heritage places and organisations in underpinning and supporting the creative industries. We recently held an informative and lively roundtable with a range of members. This project includes the publication of a …
#HeritageChat – 20 June – Heritage and the High Street
June’s #HeritageChat explored ‘Heritage and the High street’. Participants discussed the future role high streets will play in society and how they can be best used now. The chat covered the information that is currently available for communities wishing to get more involved in the …
The Landmark Trust
The Landmark Trust [Alliance member] is a charity that cares for historic buildings across the UK, promoting public engagement with our diverse cultural heritage. By making them available for holidays, The Landmark Trust make sure they can be enjoyed by all, both today and for …
Vacancies at Wessex Archaeology
Wessex Archaeology [Alliance Member] are currently advertising several paid positions with their team. A trusted provider of high quality archaeological and heritage services, they work across several sectors in the UK and abroad. They are currently seeking a Marketing and Communications Intern to work in their Salisbury …