After the conclusion of the UK General Election on 4 July 2024, we have refreshed our Advocacy Toolkit for engagement with the new parliament. The start of a new term of government and the summer recess period is an ideal time to engage MPs and …
On The Brink: Heritage in the Cost of Living Crisis
The Heritage Alliance has today published a new insight report exploring the impacts of the cost of living crisis on the sector. Following 18 months of data gathering, the research published today highlights how new challenges have deepened cracks in the foundations of the sector and sets out a range of potential solutions.
The Heritage Alliance Appoints Carole Souter as New Chair of Trustees
The Heritage Alliance is delighted to announce the appointment of Carole Souter CBE as its new Chair of Trustees. Carole Souter CBE said: “I am delighted to be joining The Heritage Alliance at this crucial time for the sector. The importance of the Alliance has …
Join THA as Membership and Event Coordinator
An exciting opportunity to join the Heritage Alliance – the voice for England’s independent heritage sector! 🏛️ The Heritage Alliance is seeking an experienced and talented Membership and Event Coordinator to join our team. In this pivotal role, you’ll drive membership growth strategies, plan and …
Join THA as Office Manager
Do you want to work at the heart of heritage and help to secure its future? The Heritage Alliance is looking for a part-time Office Manager for its small friendly office based in Ludgate Hill. This is an excellent opportunity for someone, who would relish …
Heritage Manifesto Refreshed for 2024
Today we re-launch our Heritage Manifesto with the latest facts and figures about the value of heritage for this election year. With a fresh look, some brand new asks and now featuring the most up-to-date data from Heritage Counts, the manifesto reflects our priorities for …
The Spring Budget 2024: Our Analysis for the Heritage Sector
Our briefing paper provides analysis of the most significant announcements from the Spring Budget 2024 for the UK heritage sector: from tax relief for museums, galleries, theatres, and orchestras; to investment plans for the cultural and creative industries; to proposed cuts to departmental spending.
Join our Board of Trustees
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 want to make a difference by supporting the people who care for heritage? Could you work alongside committed Trustees, …
The King’s Speech 2023: Our analysis for the Heritage Sector
King Charles III gave his first King’s Speech as the reigning monarch on Tuesday 7th November 2023. He had previously delivered the Queen’s Speech in May 2022, on behalf of his mother. This was Rishi Sunak’s first State Opening since becoming Prime Minister for the …
Portrait of a Newsletter: Celebrating 500 Issues of Heritage Update
Max Clark, Communications Manager When I first started in my position as Communications Manager here at the Heritage Alliance, I knew I’d be taking over the task of writing and editing Heritage Update but I wasn’t aware of this newsletter’s long history. The 500th Issue …
Heritage Manifesto Advocacy Toolkit
Ahead of the next UK general election, we recently published our Heritage Manifesto 2023. It illustrates how heritage can provide solutions to a range of public policy challenges and outlines our vision for the sector under the next government. We’re grateful to everyone who has already shared …
DLUHC Announces Long Term Plan for Housing
We break down the new planning announcement and examine what it could mean for heritage Today the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Michael Gove, set out plans for regeneration, inner-city densification and housing delivery across England, …