Evolving heritage control and practice: the case of Anglican churches in English parishes
Abstract
Purpose
As part of its broader re‐evaluation of heritage policy, the UK Government has reviewed the Ecclesiastical Exemption, a long‐standing system that removes certain ecclesiastical buildings from secular heritage controls. This paper aims to critically review The Future of the Ecclesiastical Exemption and subsequent The Ecclesiastical Exemption: The Way Forward.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper presents a detailed overview of the Ecclesiastical Exemption and the Faculty Jurisdiction literature followed by a critical review of recent government proposals.
Findings
The post‐consultation evaluation of responses forced a review of the High Level Management Agreement and the introduction of voluntary Heritage Partnership Agreements. But further reviews of the Ecclesiastical Exemption are likely to be implemented in the future.
Originality/value
The paper contributes to the broader appreciation of the “shadow” planning system that the Church of England enjoys.
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Citation
Mansfield, J. (2007), "Evolving heritage control and practice: the case of Anglican churches in English parishes", Structural Survey, Vol. 25 No. 3/4, pp. 265-278. https://doi.org/10.1108/02630800710772845
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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