The Local Government Association (LGA) and Arts Council England have collaborated on a handbook on local museums, Making the most of your museums: A handbook for councillors. This timely resource makes the case for the importance of local museums in their communities and beyond, as well as …

The National Trust [Alliance member] has announced its intention to divest its portfolio from all fossil fuel companies over the next three years, as part of its wider environmental measures to mitigate the effects of climate change. Hilary McGrady, the National Trust’s Director General, stated that: “We know our …

The Architectural Heritage Fund (AHF) has announced that the Historic Environment Division of the Department for Communities in Northern Ireland has contributed £300,000 toward the HIF, adding to the funds already provided by the AHF [Alliance member], the National Lottery Heritage Fund [Alliance member] and …

The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) released “Future of Our Pasts: Engaging Cultural Heritage in Climate Action” during the 43rd session of the World Heritage Committee in Baku, Republic of Azerbaijan. The report, authored by contributors from nineteen countries, represents a global effort to testify …

The Prince’s Foundation [Alliance Member] released Housing Britain- A Call to Action  this week. The paper drives home the need for widespread, thoughtful place-making in the UK and examines exemplary case studies from across the country. It is hoped that the document will provide a foundation from which …

The Federation of Archaeological Managers and Employers (FAME) [Alliance member] has announced the appointment of its new CEO, Dr Kenneth Aitchison, who has formally taken up the post at the FAME AGM on 20th June 2019. Kenneth is a founder and director of Landward Research Ltd …

The National Lottery will be marking its 25th anniversary this year with 25 unique events showcasing the impact of the National Lottery Heritage Fund (Alliance Member) Across the UK. The #ThanksToYou campaign will also run from 23rd November- 1st December. As in previous years, associated …

A research report, commissioned by The National Trust [Alliance member] has been published, which shares evidence and insight into the current state and future trends affecting urban heritage. This includes consideration of existing data on heritage structures; public attitudes to heritage; programmes and policies currently …

New Sentencing Guidelines released on 3rd July by the Sentencing Council consider how arson and vandalism impact upon national heritage assets. Crimes included in this remit are arson, criminal damage/ arson with or without intent to endanger human life, racially and religious aggravated criminal damage and threats …

The winners of the annual RIBA [Alliance member] National Awards were announced on 27th June. Prize winners included Alliance Members: Alexandra Palace, The University of Oxford and The Greenwich Foundation for the Old Royal Naval College. The Stirling Prize, awarded to the best new building …

A project to create Blackpool’s first museum has been awarded a £4 million grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund [Alliance Member] as part of a wider £10 million package of grants to heritage-lead regeneration across the North of England. The Blackpool Museum will combine …