Last edited 08 Mar 2025

Conservation articles and news

200th Anniversary Celebration of the Modern Railway Planned

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The Stockton & Darlington Railway opened on September 27, 1825.


Competence Framework Launched for Sustainability in the Built Environment

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The Construction Industry Council (CIC) and the Edge have jointly published the framework.


Historic England Launches Wellbeing Strategy for Heritage

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Whether through visiting, volunteering, learning or creative practice, engaging with heritage can strengthen confidence, resilience, hope and social connections.


National Trust for Canada’s Review of 2024

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Great Saves & Worst Losses Highlighted


IHBC's SelfStarter Website Undergoes Refresh

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New updates and resources for emerging conservation professionals.


‘Behind the Scenes’ podcast on St. Pauls Cathedral Published

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Experience the inside track on one of the world’s best known places of worship and visitor attractions.


National Audit Office (NAO) says Government building maintenance backlog is at least £49 billion

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The public spending watchdog will need to consider the best way to manage its assets to bring property condition to a satisfactory level.


IHBC Publishes C182 focused on Heating and Ventilation

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The latest issue of Context explores sustainable heating for listed buildings and more.


Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris reopening: 7-8 December

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The reopening is in time for Christmas 2025.


Stirling Prize-winning Salford building to be demolished

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The Centenary Building will be bulldozed as part of the wider £2.5bn Crescent regeneration project.

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