BEFS Bulletin 371: Planning, Parliamentary Evidence and Places of Worship

BEFS NEWS

Welcome news that Historic Environment Scotland are offering fully funded bursaries for their 5-day intensive Building Conservation Course in June! Delivered by conservation professionals at the Engine Shed in Stirling, the annual course is aimed at graduates, heritage professionals and building practitioners from all disciplines interested in developing their knowledge and practice in traditional buildings, as well as anyone responsible for a traditional building or with an interest in building conservation in Scotland. The week comprises a series of lectures, activities, and site visits, and explores the traditional building skills and materials used in conservation and repair projects. Bursaries may be available to those who have completed their third year of study or are a recent graduate of a building related subject such as architecture, surveying, engineering, or planning, and/or those who can demonstrate a passion to develop a career in conservation.

A new National Planning Skills Commitment Plan has been launched by the Scottish Government, recognising that more planners are needed in Scotland to meet recruitment gaps; in 2023-24 alone, planners dealt with nearly 23,000 applications including 227 applications for major developments. The Plan will provide training and skills development through monthly themed webinars, hands-on learning, and recruitment support. It is supported by more than 100 leaders across almost 60 organisations in the built and natural environment professions and will cover different themes at different times, with the first one on housing.

Last week BEFS Trustee Peter Drummond spoke at the Scottish Parliament to the Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee about current building safety and maintenance challenges. Peter represented BEFS Member RIAS in a formal evidence session which mainly focused on damp, mould, cold homes, and the use of RAAC panels. The Committee explored how information on problems are collected, the potential impact of Awaab’s Law – which imposes new regulations on social landlords to undertake timely and effective building repairs – and how private and social landlords, owners and factors can improve remediation processes. The challenges of fuel poverty, and the poor-quality technical solutions which might lead to future problems, were also highlighted. Peter told the Committee: “There is not nearly enough post-occupation evaluation undertaken… to ensure we are delivering the right solutions. We need tenant-focused solutions, we need the right tools in the right places to help people”. View the session here.

New Community Wealth Building Bill: Community wealth building (CWB) is an approach to economic development which focuses on generating, circulating, and retaining economic wealth in local communities. The Bill, which was introduced on 20 March, places a duty on Scottish Ministers to produce and publish a statement setting out measures to be taken by the Scottish Government in relation to CWB, and requires local authorities to produce action plans setting out the measures to be taken within the local authority area. It also places a duty on Scottish Ministers to produce guidance in relation to both the production of action plans and the inclusion of CWB measures in strategic planning by public bodies.

Last chance to apply for the DCMS Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme which closes on 31 March. New guidance is now available to provide more information on changes to the scheme coming into effect from 1 April 2025, including the implementation of the new annual cap of £25,000 per listed place of worship.

And finally, in case you missed it, BEFS Members Glasgow City Heritage Trust are recruiting for a new Built Heritage Officer. If you are passionate about Glasgow’s historic buildings and want to play a part in protecting and promoting Glasgow’s incredible built environment this may be the job for you! More details can be found here.

PARLIAMENTARY QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Please see our Link to Parliamentary Questions and Answers for recent questions regarding Heat in Buildings Bill, Visitor Levy, Planning System, Skills and Apprenticeships.

CONSULTATIONS

Scottish Energy Performance Certificate Register Lodgement Fees and Penalty Charges
Scottish Government
This technical consultation builds upon previous Scottish Government consultations on EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) Reform in 2021 and 2023. The Scottish Government has issued its response to the 2023 consultation in January 2025, which sets out the final decisions on EPC Reform prior to laying new EPC Regulations in Parliament later during 2025. The Government plan to bring the new Regulations into force in the second half of 2026, to align with the introduction of the UK Home Energy Model Calculation Methodology. The consultation paper contains full background information for this consultation. You may find it useful to read or refer to while responding.
Closes 28 March 2025

Cities in Placemaking 2025-2026
Placemaking Europe
This programme is a peer-to-peer learning experience for cities, designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to Placemaking, its application in the context of urban governance, and its implications for long-term systemic change. The goal is to create a collaborative effort that benefits from a wide range of perspectives, through interactive, participatory, and experiential learning, with a practical focus on the importance of Placemaking as a city-level strategy.
Closes 31 March 2025

Community Benefits from Net Zero Energy Developments
Scottish Government
The Scottish Government is consulting on community benefits schemes operated by renewable energy developers. The outcomes will inform a set of good practice principles for both onshore and offshore renewables (a 2015 iteration covered offshore wind only), and seek to improve consistency of approaches, and enhanced contributions to the just transition to net zero policy agenda.
Closes 11 April 2025

Giving Voices to Historic Property Owners
Edinburgh School of Architecture & Landscape Architecture & City of Edinburgh Council
This University of Edinburgh project aims to understand what specific aspects of the Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas planning guidance (Consultation Draft 2024) require further clarification, and to explore possible improvements that will make the guidance more practical and accessible for historic homeowners. This project focuses on improving the clarity of the guidance document and making the content more accessible to all and is currently recruiting focus group and workshop participants for the project. Participants must be owner-occupiers of listed buildings and properties in a conservation area in Edinburgh.
Closes May 2025

New Towns Inquiry
UK Parliament
The House of Lords Built Environment Committee has today launched a modular inquiry into new towns and expanded settlements. Over a series of short, targeted modules, the Committee aims to discover whether new towns and expanded settlements are an effective means of delivering housing and, if so, how to ensure they are successful. They are now inviting interested individuals and organisations to submit written evidence for the first module, Practical Delivery. The Committee intends to take oral evidence between April and July 2025 and will publish its report on this module later in the year.
*NEW* Closes 12 May

Climate change duties – draft statutory guidance for public bodies: consultation
Scottish Government
The Scottish Government is gathering views to help inform new Statutory Guidance for public bodies, to support them in putting the climate change duties into practice. The Climate Change (Scotland) Act 2009 (‘the 2009 Act’) places duties on relevant public bodies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, contribute to delivery of the Scottish National Adaptation Plan, and to act in the most sustainable way. These duties are known as the climate change duties, or the public bodies climate change duties. Under the 2009 Act, Scottish Ministers are required to provide public bodies with guidance, to support them in putting their climate change duties into practice. Statutory guidance was originally published in 2011 and now requires to be updated. This consultation seeks your views on new draft Statutory Guidance which has been developed for this purpose, and which will replace the 2011 guidance. The consultation paper contains a full draft of the proposed Statutory Guidance. The questions in this consultation are intended to gather your feedback on the content of the guidance. Please read or refer to the guidance while responding.
Closes 23 May 2025

Building Standards Certification Customer Survey
Scottish Government
2025 marks 20 years of certification in Scotland. As part of the Futures Board Programme Building Standards Division are carrying out a survey of customers using certification to understand how the system is working. They are also looking for suggestions on how the system can be improved to help support a strengthened building standards system.

CONSULTATION RESPONSES

Rural Delivery Plan: Vision, Objective & Key Performance Indicators – in this Scottish Government consultation response, BEFS called for stronger recognition of built and cultural heritage in the strategic objectives for a Rural Delivery Plan, highlighted skills gaps in the historic environment, green infrastructure, retrofit, construction and related areas, and advocated for improvements in data collection. (BEFS 17/03/25)

PETITIONS

The Citizen Participation and Public Petitions Committee response to PE2089: Stop More National Parks in Scotland (Scot Parl 04/03/2025)

The Citizen Participation and Public Petitions Committee’s SPICe briefing on PE2143: Introduce legislation to require all landlords to tackle damp and mould to specified standards (Scot Parl 13/03/2025)

NEWS RELEASES

Scotland’s construction pipeline builds greater momentum as 12 more public bodies submit data (Scottish Futures Trust 06/02/2025)

New toolkit to help support inclusive volunteering in communities (Community Councils Scotland 18/02/2025)

Empty Homes Network Awards 2025: Categories announced & submissions now open (EHN 02/03/2025)

New Homes from Vacant Historic Buildings (Historic England 05/03/2025)
The latest update on data and the domestic re-use potential of historic buildings in England.

SFHA Chief Executive Sally Thomas to step down after eight successful years (SFHA 12/03/2025)

Announcing Europe’s 7 Most Endangered Heritage Sites for 2025 (Europa Nostra 18/03/2025)

RNIB hosts Inclusive Design for Sustainability Conference 2025 (RNIB 20/03/2025)

The National Lottery Community Fund appoints new Scotland Committee members (The National Lottery 20/03/2025)

Briefing to UK Parliament: Spring Statement (SCVO 24/03/2025)

PUBLICATIONS

PlaceTech Innovation Lab Pilot Project Summary Report (Scottish Futures Trust 27/11/2024)

VAT Rebates (Historic Houses January 2025)

VAT-Rebates for Repairs to Publicly Accessible Heritage Sites (Historic Houses January 2025)

House Price Index (Halifax February 2025)

The Seventh Carbon Budget (Climate Change Committee 26/02/2025)

Scotland’s Places, People, and their Stories – Strategic Plan 2025-2030 (Scottish Civic Trust 03/02/2025)

Low carbon housing for people on low incomes (Joseph Rowntree Foundation 10/03/2025)

Financing and funding the decarbonisation of Scotland’s social housing (Scottish Futures Trust 11/03/2025)

Skills Mismatches in the UK’s Creative Industries (Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre 12/03/2025)

Progress being made on council’s Heritage Asset Plan (Glasgow Chamber of Commerce 19/03/2025)

Public Sector Funding Report (SCVO 19/03/2025)

SCOTTISH & UK: GOVERNMENTAL & PARLIAMENTARY PUBLICATIONS

Action taken to protect households with poor-quality insulation (UK Gov 23/01/2025)

Government responds in full to Grenfell Tower Inquiry, setting out tough new reforms to fix building safety and strengthen accountability?(UK Gov 26/02/2025)

The Listed Places of Worship (LPW) Grant Scheme Update (UK Gov March 2025)

£1.5 billion to restore pride in Britain’s neighbourhoods (UK Gov 04/03/2025)

Correspondence between Edward Mountain and the Committee Conveners for the Net Zero, Energy and Transport Committee regarding the next Climate Change Plan (Scot Parl 06/03/2025)

Apprenticeship funding (Scot Gov 07/03/2025)

Public appointment: Member appointed to the Board of South of Scotland Enterprise (Scot Gov 07/03/2025)

Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee 8^th Meeting – Heat in Buildings – official report and minutes (Scot Parl 08/03/2025)

Reform of the Statutory Consultee System, House of Lords Written Statement (UK Parl 10/03/2025)

Reform of the Statutory Consultee System, House of Commons Written Statement (UK Parl 10/03/2025)

Order Paper for Tuesday 11 March 2025 – Angela Rayner on Planning and Infrastructure Bill (UK Parl 11/03/2025)

Building Standards Building Warrant Fee Increases 2025 (Scot Gov 11/03/2025)

‘Biggest building boom’ in a generation through planning reforms (UK Gov 11/03/2025)

Planning and Infrastructure Bill (UK Parl 11/03/2025)

Community Wealth Building Bill Steering Group minutes: January 2023 (Scot Gov 11/03/2025)

Planning permission appeals: housing development statistics Scot Gov 11/03/2025)

Fuel poverty measurement – reflecting higher living costs in remote rural Scotland: 2023 update (Scot Gov 12/03/2025)

Correspondence between the Baroness Taylor of Stevenage and the Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee regarding reappointing a former Chair to the Regulator of Social Housing (UK Parl 12/03/2025)

Robust homelessness prevention measures in Housing Bill (Scot Gov 13/03/2025)

Andrew Wathey has been reappointed as Chair of The National Archives (UK Gov 13/03/2025)

National Planning Skills Commitment Plan (Scot Gov 17/03/2025)

Planning and Environmental Appeals Stakeholder Forum Minutes: June 2024 (Scot Gov 17/03/2025)

Correspondence between COSLA and the Committees for Local Government, Housing and Planning, and Social Justice and Social Security regarding the Housing Bill (Scotland) (Scot Parl 18/03/2025)

18 March 2025 – Grenfell and Building Safety – Oral evidence (UK Parl 18/03/2025)

Cladding Remediation Programme: progress bulletins (Scot Gov 18/03/2025)

Awaab’s Law to come to Scotland (Scot Gov 18/03/2025)

Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee 9^th meeting – Building Safety and Maintenance public paper and minutes (Scot Parl 18/03/2025)

Cross-party group on Crofting 18 March Agenda (Scot Parl 18/03/2025)

Correspondence between Ariane Burgess and the Chief Executive and Chair of the Scottish Housing Regulator regarding the Scottish Housing Regulator’s annual performance scrutiny (Scot Parl 18/03/2025)

Listed Buildings: Energy Performance Certificates (UK Parl 19/03/2025)

Stage 1 report on the Land Reform (Scotland) Bill (Scot Parl 19/03/2025)

20 March 2025 – Further Debate to consider the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (Transfer of Functions etc) Bill (UK Parl 20/03/2025)

Historic Buildings: Repairs and Maintenance (UK Parl 20/03/2025)

Tourism Industry – ref Dumfries & Galloway (UK Parl 20/03/2025)

Community Wealth Building (Scotland) Bill Introduced on 20 March (Scot Parl 20/03/2025)

The Prime Minister has appointed 5 Trustees to the British Museum (UK Gov 21/03/2025)

The Prime Minister has appointed 5 Trustees to the Tate (UK Gov 21/03/2025)

The Prime Minister has appointed 6 new Trustees to the V&A (UK Gov 21/03/2025)

Government unleashes next generation of construction workers to build 1.5m homes (UK Gov 23/03/2025)

Planning and Infrastructure Bill Debate (UK Parl 24/03/2025)

Tony Juniper CBE reappointed to continue protecting nature and boosting growth as Natural England Chair (UK Gov 24/03/2025)

Housing (Scotland) Bill – daily list of amendments (Scot Parl 24/03/2025)

25 March 2025 – Fourth Delegated Legislation Committee – Formal meeting regarding the draft Town and Country Planning (Fees and Consequential Amendments) Regulations 2025 and the draft Community Infrastructure Levy (Amendment etc.) (England) Regulations 2025 (UK Parl 25/03/2025)

Ministerial Statement on the Scottish Government Response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report (Scot Gov 25/03/2025)

Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee 10^th Meeting – Building Safety and Maintenance – public paper (Scot Parl 25/03/2025)

Housing Statistics for Scotland Quarterly Update: New Housebuilding and Affordable Housing Supply to end December 2024 (Scot Gov 25/03/2025)

Housing statistics: Scottish Landlord Register data (Scot Gov 25/03/2025)

OPINION & COMMENT

Whatever happened to the heroes? (The Planner 26/02/2025)

Tourist tax worth £1bn a year for culture floated (Arts Professional 07/03/2025)

Ministers sign £70m Argyll and Bute growth deal (BBC 10/03/2025)

Government plans to scrap Theatres Trust role in planning decisions (Arts Professional 11/03/2025)

Arts funding: Why now is the time for philanthropy (Arts Professional 11/03/2025)

The Guardian view on the planning bill: new towns must be for people who need them (The Guardian 11/03/2025)

Ministers scrap green heating plans for new homes (BBC 11/03/2025)

Plan to make it easier for councils to seize land for housing (BBC 11/03/2025)

Stepwells and shared spaces: Lessons from India (Arts Professional 12/03/2025)

Robertson announces Scottish culture funding review (Arts Professional 13/03/2025)

Who Owns Scotland 2024 – Annual Analysis Report (Andy Wightman 17/03/2025)

Heritage-led regeneration ‘can revitalise high streets’ (Arts Professional 17/03/2025)

How breathing new life into old high streets proved profitable (The Times 17/03/2025)

Crofters fear new law could threaten Scotland’s rural heritage (STV 18/03/2025)

Plan to make landlords fix mould in social housing (BBC 18/03/2025)

Starmer’s plan to ‘build baby build’ risks more American-style car-dominated sprawl (The Conversation 20/03/2025)

CBI boss: ‘Most of the jobs people have now won’t exist in 20 years’ (The Herald 20/03/2025)

Land Reform (Scotland) Bill Stage One debate (Andy Wightman 24/03/2025)

MOTIONS

S6M-16750
Submitted by: Shirley-Anne Somerville, Dunfermline, Scottish National Party.
Date lodged: 10/03/2025
That the Parliament notes that Ofgem’s energy price cap has soared to £1,849 for the average household, which is the third increase in a row and 9.4% (£159) higher than this time last year; recognises that this will compound cost of living pressures for households across Scotland; welcomes the Scottish Government’s action in the recently passed Budget (Scotland) (No. 4) Bill, including the reintroduction of universal winter fuel payments for pensioners and through energy efficiency programmes; believes that reforming energy markets and harnessing Scotland’s renewable potential will bolster energy security and, in turn, reduce consumer bills, and calls on the UK Government to make urgent progress on delivering its commitment to reduce bills by £300, against which no progress has yet been made.
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Tuesday, 11 March 2025. Vote: 59 for, 48 against, 0 abstained, 22 did not vote. Vote Passed.

EVENTS

SPAB – An Introduction to Plain Lime Plastering
Dates and Times: Friday 25 – Saturday 26 April 2025; 9:30am-5:30pm
Location: Heritage & Rural Skills Centre, Buscot and Coleshill Estate, Swindon SN6 7PT
Join SPAB for a hands-on introduction to lime plastering – perfect for homeowners and DIYers, building custodians and specifiers. The course venue is the custom-designed plastering studio at the National Trust’s Heritage and Rural Skills Centre, where you’ll have your very own plastering bay to practice throughout the course. Tutors Sean Wheatley and Michal Wolf are Master Plasterers with decades of experience working with lime. They will be joined by Marianne Suhr, a chartered building surveyor and co-author of the SPAB’s Old House Handbook, with assistance from the Durrant & Daughter team. If you live in or care for an old house, you’ll come away with the practical skills you need to confidently tackle lime plaster repairs in your own home.

SPAB – Maintaining Scottish Churches – Pettinain (Lanark)
Date & Time: Monday 28 April 2025; 10am-4pm
Location: Pettinain Village Hall, Village Square, Lanark ML11 8SS
Are you involved in caring for and maintaining a place of worship in Scotland? Caring for a historic building can feel like a never-ending task, but thankfully there are some simple steps you can take to keep your building in good condition and reduce the likelihood of large repair projects further down the line. This free introductory one-day course will explore how your historic faith building works and the practical steps you can take to look after it. You’ll be able to put your new knowledge into action right away, with a practical exercise looking at the host building inside and out to identify maintenance issues and areas of vulnerability. There will also be the opportunity to discuss your building with the course tutors and others attending. Armed with a new understanding of how traditional buildings were constructed, how they work, and how they decay, you’ll leave with the skills and confidence you need to spot and tackle common problems that put your old building at risk.

HES/Engine Shed – Researching Scotland’s Buildings
Date & Time: Thursday 8 May 2025; 9:30am-4pm
Location: The Engine Shed, Forthside Way, Stirling FK8 1QZ
A key need when approaching a repair or conservation project is to understand the cultural significance of the building or site. To be able to do this you must be aware of its history and historical associations. The first talks will introduce you to methods for dating and understanding the development of Scotland’s traditional architecture. The morning will conclude with a talk on the ways Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is revolutionising architectural research in Scotland. A networking lunch will provide the opportunity to continue discussions and explore the Engine Shed. You will then be invited to view a display of rare archive material including cast iron foundry catalogues, builders’ treatises, construction textbooks, architectural guides and other unusual items from the HES Archive, the Engine Shed library and the speakers’ personal collections.

Archaeology Scotland – 2025 Summer School
Dates & Times: Tuesday 20-Friday 23 May 2025
Location: Easter Ross & the Black Isle (based in Strathpeffer)
This year’s Archaeology Scotland Summer School will be based in the Ben Wyvis Hotel in Strathpeffer from where members and friends will explore the archaeology of the Black Isle and the glens of Easter Ross. The aim of the first day will be to look at sites and places that reveal what was happening in the Black Isle from about AD 900 to AD 1300. The second day goes back in time first to the advanced architecture of the Neolithic peoples and then forwards into the Iron Age, with hints of what is to come. See here for booking info and more information.

HES/Engine Shed – Level 3 Qualification in Energy Efficiency Measures in Older and Traditional Buildings
Dates & Times:  Wednesday 28 / Thursday 29 May; Wednesday 10 / Thursday 11 September
Location: The Engine Shed, Forthside Way, Stirling FK8 1QZ
This 2-day course is accredited by the National Open College Network (NOCN) and delivered by experts leading the way in energy efficiency for traditional and older buildings. The programme includes three modules: recognise the age, nature, and characteristics of older and traditional buildings; evaluate the appropriate options for introducing energy efficiency measures to older and traditional buildings; make recommendations and give advice on introducing energy efficiency measures to older and traditional buildings. The cost is £495 for the two days.

VACANCIES

Heritage Network – Business Development Manager
Salary: £35,000 p.a.
Status: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Location: Working from home or from an agreed shared workspace anywhere in the UK
Heritage Network is seeking a Business Development Manager.
This is an important role within Essential Networks, a major development and resilience project for Heritage Network, their members and UK heritage. The Network’s trustees and staff have agreed an ambitious business plan which builds on its existing strengths. The Business Development Manager will develop the Network’s earned income to a level where it is making a substantial net contribution. For further information/applications please see the recruitment pack.
Closing date: 12pm on Monday 31 March 2025

Calanais Visitor Centre – General Manager
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 p.a.
Status: Full time
Location: Calanais Visitor Centre, Calanais, Isle of Lewis HS2 9DY
Calanais Visitor Centre is seeking a General Manager. The Calanais Visitor Centre is committed to preserving, researching, and sharing the rich archaeological heritage of the Calanais Standing Stones. The centre is undergoing an ambitious £10.1 million redevelopment and will reopen in early 2026 as a world-class, 5-star visitor attraction and a thriving community hub. Their vision is to create an outstanding visitor experience while maintaining a deep connection between the site, the community, and the wider world. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking General Manager to lead the Centre into this new era. The successful candidate will oversee daily operations, develop and enhance visitor experiences, and drive the Centre’s strategic vision, ensuring its success as a premier destination and vital community asset. This role requires a dynamic and passionate leader with the skills, experience, and vision to support the local tourism industry, inspire a high-performing team, and ensure that the Calanais Visitor Centre is a place of excellence, connection, and discovery. They are proud to be an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity, operates within a culture of respect, and creates a welcoming environment for all employees. More information and applications.
Closing date: 20 April 2025

Calanais Visitor Centre – Heritage Manager
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 p.a.
Status: Full time
Location: Calanais Visitor Centre, Calanais, Isle of Lewis HS2 9DY
Calanais Visitor Centre is seeking a Heritage Manager. The Calanais Visitor Centre is committed to preserving, researching, and sharing the rich archaeological heritage of the Calanais Standing Stones. The centre is undergoing an ambitious £10.1 million redevelopment and will reopen in early 2026 as a world-class, 5-star visitor attraction and a thriving community hub. Their vision is to create an outstanding visitor experience while maintaining a deep connection between the site, the community, and the wider world. As they embark on a transformative redevelopment, they are looking for a forward-thinking Heritage Manager to join them in shaping the future of this remarkable site. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a pivotal moment in the story of the Stones, to lead and deliver transformational heritage and engagement programmes that will leave a lasting impact on both the site and the community. They are proud to be an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity, operates within a culture of respect, and creates a welcoming environment for all employees. More information and applications.
Closing date: 13 April 2025

Calanais Visitor Centre – Digital Engagement Officer
Salary: £25,000 – £35,000 p.a.
Status: Full time
Location: Calanais Visitor Centre, Calanais, Isle of Lewis HS2 9DY
Calanais Visitor Centre is seeking a Digital Engagement Officer. The Calanais Visitor Centre is committed to preserving, researching, and sharing the rich archaeological heritage of the Calanais Standing Stones. The centre is undergoing an ambitious £10.1 million redevelopment and will reopen in early 2026 as a world-class, 5-star visitor attraction and a thriving community hub. Their vision is to create an outstanding visitor experience while maintaining a deep connection between the site, the community, and the wider world. As they embark on a transformative redevelopment, they are looking for an inspiring Digital Engagement Officer to join them in shaping the future of this remarkable site. They are proud to be an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity, operates within a culture of respect, and creates a welcoming environment for all employees. More information and applications.
 Closing date: 13 April 2025

Glasgow City Heritage Trust – Built Heritage Officer
Salary: £33,000 – £34,000
Status: Full-time, permanent
Location: GCHT offices, 54 Bell Street, Glasgow G1 1LQ / Hybrid
Glasgow City Heritage Trust (GCHT) gives out almost £1 million in funding each year to help people in Glasgow protect, repair, and promote the city’s historic buildings and places, and tell the city’s story. Their work helps create successful neighbourhoods and vibrant high streets, which are vital for sustainable and thriving communities. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Built Heritage Officer to join their team. This role is central to the delivery of the Trust’s Historic Built Environment Grant Programme, supporting best practice in traditional building repair and conservation. The role combines training and education for those responsible for maintaining Glasgow’s historic buildings with the assessment and management of grant-funded building repair projects. The successful candidate will work closely with the Grants Manager to provide technical advice and support, monitor grant-funded repair projects, and deliver training and outreach activities. As part of their career development, the Trust will support the successful candidate with training towards securing Conservation Accreditation. The successful candidate will embody GCHT’s core values: passionate, collaborative, innovative, and forward-looking. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Niall Murphy, Director, at niall@glasgowheritage.org.uk. GCHT welcomes applications from all sections of the community and is an equal opportunities employer. Please download the Built Heritage Officer Job Description and Application Form. Completed application forms should be returned by email to info@glasgowheritage.org.uk
Closing date: 12pm on Monday 14 April 2025