David Dawson
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Mike Heyworth [SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent: 27 June 2000 23:23
> To: [log in to unmask]; [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Historic environment review in England: discussion documents
> published
>
>
> English Heritage news release, 26 June 2000
>
> First ever opportunity for public to have their say on strategy for the
> historic
> environment
>
> English Heritage today (26 June 2000) launched their first ever invitation
> to
> the public to express their views on the historic environment. How should
> it
> evolve and adjust to new ideas and cultures over the next 25 years? How
> should
> we look after it? What uses should it be put to? What benefits should it
> bring?
>
> The public's views on the archaeology and history of the streets where we
> live,
> the buildings and landscapes where we work, are being sought as part of a
> sweeping strategic review which English Heritage has been asked to carry
> out and
> present to the Government at the end of November, 2000.
>
> The consultation is launched with the publication of 'Viewpoint', a set of
> questions and discussion papers intended to encourage wide public
> involvement.
> Everyone is invited to comment. They are being sent to around 3,500 people
> and
> organisations not only within the heritage and conservation world but far
> beyond
> to groups such as the Association of Parish Councils, the British Council
> of
> Shopping Centres, the Civic Trust, Shelter, the Women's Institute,
> religious
> organisations representing all faiths, wildlife organisations, selected
> schools,
> and the Countryside Alliance. They are available on the English Heritage
> website
> and from our Customer Services Department.
>
> Sir Neil Cossons, Chairman of English Heritage, said: "England is blessed
> with a
> rich and diverse heritage which is all around us, in our towns, cities,
> villages
> and countryside. It is the map on which we create the future. The growing
> enjoyment and appreciation of this history by the public and millions of
> tourists underpins the need for new approaches to protect, sustain and
> enhance
> this priceless national asset.
>
> "The review is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create an integrated
> approach to managing the historic environment for the next century. Our
> commitment is to ensure that as many views as possible are sought so that
> the
> review can be as comprehensive as possible. We have commissioned extensive
> research by MORI into public attitudes towards the historic environment.
> The
> report will be published in the autumn."
>
> Alan Howarth, Minister for the Arts, said: "Our historic environment is an
> infinitely precious asset. It is the ground on which we should grow our
> new
> architecture and our modern lifestyles.
>
> "When I launched the heritage review I wanted to initiate a national
> debate
> which would involve as many people as possible, so as to raise public
> consciousness of heritage policy issues and ensure that the best thinking
> was
> applied to them. I am very grateful to English Heritage for taking this in
> hand
> in exactly the right spirit, and I look forward very much to the fruits of
> the
> process in the autumn."
>
> Nick Raynsford, Planning Minister, said: "The watchword for the future is
> quality. The historic environment provides the diverse character which
> creates
> sense of place and draws so many people to this fascinating country. New
> developments should enhance the best of what we have and our planning
> process
> must support regeneration and new growth which improves the quality of
> life for
> all. The review will help us to achieve that."
>
> The review is being carried out by five Working Groups under a Steering
> Group
> made up of representatives from a wide range of heritage bodies including
> the
> Local Government Association, the Amenity Societies, CABE, the Black
> Environmental Network, the National Trust and the Heritage Lottery Fund.
> These
> groups' initial thoughts are contained in the five discussion papers
> issued
> today, each of which considers a different way of engaging with the
> historic
> environment:
>
> * Understanding
> * Belonging
> * Experiencing
> * Caring
> * Enriching
>
> They are supported by an introductory paper, 'Our questions to you' which
> identifies the main themes and key issues of the review.
>
> Copies of the consultation pack are available on English Heritage's
> website at
> www.english-heritage.org.uk or from its Customer Services on 01793 414586.
> Responses are requested by 4 August 2000 by email to
> [log in to unmask] or by post to Review of Historic
> Environment
> Policies at English Heritage, 23 Savile Row, London W1X 1AB. All the views
> received will be used to help prepare the report to Government in
> November, but
> English Heritage will not be able to respond to individuals.
>
> For further information, contact: English Heritage Public Affairs 020 7973
> 3250
>
> [ENDS]
>
> The discussion papers are directly accessible in PDF format at
> http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/eh/home/news/HOT_NEWS/HREVIEW.HTM.
> Further
> details of the review are available on the CBA's web site at
> http://www.britarch.ac.uk/info/ehreview.html
>
> The CBA will be compiling a detailed response to the consultation
> documents and
> would welcome contributions. Please send them to [log in to unmask] by
> mid
> July. The response will be published on the CBA's web site in due course.
>
> Mike
>
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> Dr Mike Heyworth, Council for British Archaeology
> Bowes Morrell House, 111 Walmgate, York YO1 9WA, UK
> tel 01904 671417, fax 01904 671384, web www.britarch.ac.uk
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