In September, my kickstart as Advocacy & Communications Assistant with the Alliance came to an end. A week later, I was offered the position of managing the new Cost-of-Living Project. After saying all my goodbyes to the lovely team, I found myself back at the …
The Heritage Alliance — Treasurer
Are you passionate about our diverse cultural and natural heritage and the forward-facing role it could play in enriching places and communities for everyone? Do you have a keen mind for finance, budgets, and accounting? The Heritage Alliance is looking for a qualified accountant with …
Heritage Day 2023: Reflections & Resources; 20 Years of The Heritage Alliance
The sector gathered to gain skills, knowledge, and future scoping Our Heritage Day 2023, two-part conference, held on the March 1st and 2nd, brought together heritage leaders, professionals, and volunteers from around the country to connect and celebrate the Heritage sector. This year’s event was …
Heritage Careers Guide 2023-2024
Last month the Heritage Careers Guide 2023-2024 was released. It was produced in collaboration between the Heritage Alliance, Built Environment Forum Scotland, and authored by Professor Ian Baxter from Heriot-Watt University. It raises awareness about sector-specific organizations, newspapers, networks, job boards, and more, and is a vital …
Pam Alexander OBE: Heritage Alliance Chair from 4 November 2021 – 7 April 2023
The Heritage Alliance joins friends and colleagues of Pam Alexander in mourning her sad passing on Friday 7 April. Our Chair since November 2021, Pam had a distinguished career within the civil service, planning and heritage. She was passionate about connecting these spheres and championing …
Machinery of Government Change – 07.02.23
Today (Tuesday 7th February), Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a Machinery of Government Change including the creation of a new government department focused on energy security. As a result, the King has approved the creation of four new government departments: Department for Energy Security and …
Vacancy: Communications Manager – The Heritage Alliance
Are you looking to make a positive change for the heritage sector? Are you an enthusiastic and persuasive communicator who can engage and influence through various channels? Come and work at The Heritage Alliance! Permanent contract, full time role Salary – £28,000 pa Holiday – …
Government Announces New Energy Support for Businesses
The Heritage Alliance summary of the Government’s Energy Bills Discount Scheme and what it means for the sector. 10 January 2023 Yesterday, Monday 9th January, the Chancellor announced the “Energy Bills Discount Scheme” to support UK businesses, charities and the public sector with their energy …
Heritage Day 2023 – Book your place!
All are invited to join us for Heritage Day 2023 – a collective celebration of heritage, which will once again bring together leading voices from across our membership and the wider heritage sector. This year, Heritage Day is in two parts – 1st & 2nd March …
Heritage Professionals Recognised in 2023 New Year’s Honours
Many heritage and cultural professionals have once again been recognised for their significant contributions to the sector through New Year’s Honours. The full list published by the Cabinet Office on 30 December 2022 can be found here. Those awarded this year include our Trustee, Peter …
Nominate Your Heritage Heroes for 2022!
It’s time to celebrate your heritage volunteers – nominate them for our Heritage Heroes Awards 2022! Who Are Your Heritage Heroes? It’s time to nominate the volunteers that are the heroes of your organisation. Now in their 12th year, the Heritage Heroes Awards, sponsored by …
Heritage Debate 2022: Reflections & Resources
The Heritage Alliance’s Heritage Debate 2022 invited a spirited discussion on: ‘Heritage in 20 Years: what will matter most?’. Our Heritage Debate 2022 yesterday evening (24 November) invited a lively discussion on this year’s topic: ‘Heritage in 20 Years: what will matter most?’, involving our …