Monthly Archives: March 2023

DCMS seeks Departmental Non-Executive Board Members

DCMS is seeking to appoint new Non-Executive Board Members (NEBMs), including a new Chair of the DCMS Audit and Risk Committee. The successful candidates will exercise their role through influence and advice, supporting as well as challenging the Executive team and Ministers to continuously improve. 

In DCMS we are lucky enough to work on some of the most exciting, positive and important policies for the future of the UK. We have a critical role in driving growth and enriching the lives of people and communities and supporting the UK’s world-leading sectors that contribute so much to our economy, way of life and our reputation around the world including supporting culture, arts, media, sport and civil society. We champion sport for all at every level; our world-leading cultural and creative industries; and enhance the cohesiveness of our communities. As a Non-Executive Member you will have the opportunity to help us shape what is an exciting agenda, particularly at a time when we are taking centre stage with events that shape our national identity and future.

Appointments will be made by the Secretary of State. NEBMs provide advice on the operational implications and effectiveness of policy proposals and support getting policy translated into results. Ministers alone will decide policy, with advice from officials.

More information can be found on the Role Details DCMS webpage on gov.uk

Closes 7 Apr 2023

NHIG Award for Heritage Metalwork Conservation

The NHIG Award for Heritage Metalwork Conservation seeks to recognise and celebrate excellence in ironwork conservation as an inspiration to all.

The judges will be interested in:

• Appropriateness of materials and techniques used

 • Extent to which loss of original fabric was minimised

• Quality of craftsmanship

To enter, please use the form below. You will need to:

  • provide a brief description of the ironwork
  • outline the work carried out
  • explain what approach was taken and why 
  • send images (min. 3, max. 6) separately by file transfer

A panel of experienced judges drawn from members of the NHIG Council and the WCB Craft Committee will assess the entries.

The judging panel will visit shorlisted projects so please ensure that access to the site is possible.

The NHIG will publicise competition entries and outcomes as examples of good practice to inspire others. Please ensure that all permissions have been sought prior to entry and that images have been cleared for use.

Who Can Enter?

Entries can be submitted by anyone closely connected with a project, although the award will be presented to the practitioner who carried out the work. Members of the judging panel are NOT eligible to enter. A maximum of three submissions can be made per person/team.

Opening/Closing Date

The 2023 Application Round will open on 10th March 2023 and close on 31st May 2023.

Final Decision

The decision of the judging panel is final. The panel will not enter into any correspondence regarding the decision.