Power of Place, compiled by English Heritage on behalf of the nation's conservation organisations, has made 18 recommendations which it says are necessary to preserve the historic environment Its findings have been sent to the Government, which plans a major policy statement on heritage in the Spring. Arts Minister Alan Howarth plans a major policy announcement on heritage in the autumn English Heritage commissioned the largest ever survey of both conservation organisations and the public on how best to preserve historic places. Its chairman, Sir Neil Cossons, said more attention should be paid to the environment around buildings, not just to the buildings themselves.
Research proves that people value places for their beauty and character.
The National Trust, which has almost three million members and is the country's third largest landowner, wants to see tax breaks, grants and other financial incentives to support the protection and conservation of the historic environment. It shows clearly the great importance of the historic environment in the lives of all of us and the real danger if we fail to look after it properly. Dome raid suspect arrested in Spain Rioting follows Orange march EastEnders triumph at UK soap awards King Eric's United comeback Links to more UK stories are at the foot of the page.