World Heritage UK held a technical meeting in March 2018 on the theme of “Commercial Best Practice in World Heritage”, in which three sessions focused on ‘Understanding the Market’, ‘How to Develop Your Package’ and ‘How to deliver Commercially’ aimed to draw out examples of …
Findings of the Future Telecoms Infrastructure Review
DCMS this week published the findings of the Future Telecoms Infrastructure Review and detailed the next steps to greater connectivity. They reported that they had met their target to provide superfast coverage to 95% of UK premises and expect this figure to reach 97% by …
£45 million investment in rural broadband
DEFRA has announced a further £45 million to improve broadband access for rural businesses and communities. The new funding adds to the £30 million investment announced last year, increasing the total available to £75 million. The money will be given out through grants to local authorities who …
‘A Nation’s Thank you – The People’s Procession’
The Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt announced that 10,000 of the public will march past the Cenotaph on November 11th 2018 to celebrate the centenary of the Armistice. A ballot is now open for the public to apply for tickets, which will be allocated in pairs. …
Stephenson’s Rocket in the North
Stephenson’s Rocket, built in Newcastle in 1829 and now part of the Science Museum Group’s Collection, returned to its home city this summer for the first time in over 150 years. The Rocket will now go on display at Manchester’s Museum of Science and Industry, …
Government Response to Review of Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations
The Government has published details of the responses it received to its consultation on the review of smoke and carbon monoxide alarm regulations. No legislative changes were proposed and no recommended amendments have been made. Responses to this consultation will be taken into account in …
Integrated Communities Innovation Fund
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, has launched a new Fund aimed at improving integration among communities. The Fund is looking to support innovative projects that address a range of factors, which can limit integration, such as the level and pace of migration, …
Expert panel to consult on the future of the high street
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has announced a panel of experts to look into the issues affecting our high streets, and what practical steps can be taken to help them thrive. Chaired by Sir John Timpson, Chairman of Timpson, the experts will …
Chancellor commissions review of small business tax guidance
The Chancellor wrote to the Office of Tax Simplification to commission a review into ‘the life of a small business’, focusing particularly on businesses’ tax obligations. He acknowledged that ‘many small businesses find it complex and burdensome to fully understand their tax obligations’ and asked …
Charity Accounting – Making Tax Digital for VAT
From April 2019, all registered business, including charities, with a taxable turnover above the VAT threshold (£85,000), are required to keep their VAT records digitally, and to send their VAT returns using ‘Making Tax Digital (MTD) compatible software. Further guidance is available from the Charity …
Improved ‘update charity details’ service
The Charity Commission is this summer improving its online Charity Update Service. The new service will allow charities to check their details, including the names and contact details of their current trustees, regularly, and to update any information as it changes. The changes will ensure that …
Building Connections Fund
The Big Lottery Fund have set up a new ‘Building Connections’ Fund, of nearly £9 million, which aims to support projects that tackle loneliness. This is an area where Heritage has much to contribute. The Heritage Alliance recently responded to a Government consultation highlighting the …