Maybe I should rejoin this discussion to say a few words about SMR Forum.
This is a list for those with an interest in Sites and Monuments (SMR)
related issues, principally those who use, work in (or who want to work in)
or contribute to SMRs. This is a closed list and applications to join should
be sent to me as list owner very briefly explaining your interest in
membership.

Regards

Martin


-----Original Message-----
From: Emmeline Henderson [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: 29 October 2002 10:42
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: [FISH] Historic Environment Information Resources


Dear Kate, Thank you so much for all your information.  Will check out your
various suggestions over the next while, which will no doubt throw up
further questions.  Probably will have lots of questions about HEIRNET so
will be in contact.  Many thanks, Emmeline.

----- Original Message -----
From: kmf2 <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, October 29, 2002 9:55 AM
Subject: Re: [FISH] Historic Environment Information Resources


> Dear Emmeline,
>
> In addition to the HELPs email discussion list there are a number of
> other organisations/lists that might be of relevance to your thesis,
> including HEIRNET, Heritage Link, IHBC and SMR Forum.
>
> HEIRNET (http://www.britarch.ac.uk/HEIRNET/index.html) is the Historic
> Environment Resources Network, and  was formed by a group of UK-based
> heritage organisations with an interest in information relating to
> archaeology and the historic environment. HEIRNET is co-ordinated by the
> Council for British Archaeology and came into existence partly through a
> recognition that there are increasing numbers of HEIRs (historic
> environment information resources) which are increasing in complexity,
> stimulated by advances in IT and funding opportunities. HEIRNET
> commissioned consultants to identify all the key systems, their defined
> purposes and perceived roles and functions, in order to help reveal gaps
> and overlaps, and where existing information might be reused for other
> purposes such as education.  The consultants' report is online at:
> http://www.britarch.ac.uk/HEIRNET/synopsis.html
>
> In response to the findings of the HEIRNET consultancy report, HEIRNET
> is developing an on-line register of HEIRs in the UK
> (http://ads.ahds.ac.uk/heirnet/index.cfm). The HEIRNET register contains
> contact details and a collection level description for a wide range of
> information resources relating to both archaeology and the built
> environment. In addition to this HEIRNET members have worked together to
> develop a prototype portal for the historic environment. HEIRPORT is
> online at http://ads.ahds.ac.uk/heirport/ and currently allows users to
> cross-search 4 geographically separate databases that are managed by the
> Archaeology Data Service, the RCAHMS, the Portable Antiquities Scheme
> and the Scottish Cultural Resources Access Network.
>
> HEIRNET offers a news bulletin service for all who are interested in
> historic environment information resources. You can receive this by
> sending an email to [log in to unmask] (no text or subject
> are necessary).
>
> Heritage Forward (previously entitled Heritage Link) aims to work on
> behalf of independent heritage organisations, sharing information and
> expertise within the sector and raising the profile of heritage issues
> with government, business and the wider world. Heritage Forward is
> developing a register of crafts people and organisations who provide
> services that are or interest to the management of historic properties.
> Heritage Link is now the name of its news bulletin, which you can
> receive by sending an email to [log in to unmask]
>
> The IHBC commissioned a report by David Baker on 'Specialist Information
> Systems Supporting the Work of Conservation Officers in English Local
> Planning Authorities' which might also be of interest to your thesis. A
> copy of this is available via the IHBC (www.ihbc.org.uk/) online at
> www.ihbc.org.uk/Downloads/InfoSysFinalDraft.pdf.
>
> SMR Forum is an email discussion list for local authority Sites and
> Monuments Records or Historic Environment Records in the UK. It is a
> closed discussion list, you can join by applying to Martin Newman at
> English Heritage, and you can read the list archives at
> http://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/archives/smrforum.html.
>
> In the light of the work that has been commissioned by HEIRNET on
> mapping information systems (and more recently on users of information
> systems) in the UK, I would be really interested to see a copy of your
> thesis. Don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions about
> HEIRNET.
>
> with best wishes,
>
> Kate Fernie
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date:    Mon, 28 Oct 2002 11:11:05 -0000
> From:    Emmeline Henderson <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Re: Feedback re my EH web-page complaint
>
> Dear Mr. Lee, Your email to Robin Phillips got cross mailed to me.  I am
> currently completing my Master in Urban and Building Conservation
> thesis, which is a history and analysis of inventories of post-1700
> Irish architecture.   One of the principle topics within my thesis is an
> examination of the lack of knowledge, communication and co-operation
> that exists between the different inventories organisations in Ireland
> and therefore I would be very interested to find out more about HELPS,
> as a similar remedy could be adopted in Ireland.  Do you think that it
> would be possible for you to also put me in touch with Martin Newman.
> Yours sincerely, Emmeline Henderson (Address: "Tenerife", Glenalua Road,
> Killiney,
> Co. Dublin, Rep. of Ireland. Tel/fax: 00 353 (0)1 2350580)
>
>
> --
> Kate Fernie
> Project Officer
> Archaeology Data Service: The Dept of Archaeology,
> University of York, The Kings' Manor, York,  YO1 7EP, UK
> email: [log in to unmask]  tel: 0044 (0)1904 433973
>
> http://ads.ahds.ac.uk
> http://www.britarch.ac.uk/HEIRNET/
>
> To join HEIRNET News send an email message to
> [log in to unmask]
>