New heritage law for Jersey New legislation unanimously passed by the States of Jersey will make it compulsory to report archaeological finds to Jersey Heritage within a fortnight of their discovery, with those who fail to comply facing fines or…
Organisations in the heritage sector welcomed January’s news that the Department for Culture, Media, and Sport was going to invest £1.5 billion in capital funding for the arts, cultural, and heritage sectors in England (the other three home nations have yet to say whether they will be making similar investments)
Modern society faces significant global challenges, including climate change, environmental pollution, crime and conflict, social injustice, poor health, and concerns about wellbeing. In his recently published book exploring some of these issues, John Schofield argues that archaeologists have the necessary skills and insight to help address these problems, whether working in the field, among community groups, or in museums.
The heritage sector is central to the UK’s appeal as a tourist destination, which will be crucial in reopening our borders and rebuilding the economy as the COVID-19 pandemic is brought under control.