General Enquiries 020-7973-3735
The Historic Environment Record (formerly Sites and Monuments Record) contains the core data upon which GLAAS advice is based. A range of consultants, contract archaeologists, and planning advisors use the HER to inform decision making in the planning process. It is also an invaluable source for academic and private research.
HER Manager: Stuart Cakebread
HER Officer: Krystyna Truscoe
Enquiries: glher@english-heritage.org.uk
Please note the new area coverage from 3rd October 2011.
Archaeology Advisors form part of the National Planning Department:London Historic Environment Advisory Teams. They provide advice to the London Boroughs, in accordance with CLG Planning Policy Statement 5 and Historic Environment Planning Practice Guide. They advise planners, developers, archaeologists and local people on the impact of proposed development on archaeological assets. Advisors monitor the quality of archaeological work undertaken by contractors and consultants.
South London: Mark Stevenson 020-7973-3737
London Boroughs: Bexley, Bromley, Croydon, Greenwich, Kingston upon Thames, Lambeth, Lewisham, Wandsworth
North and West London: Kim Stabler 020-7973-3215
London Boroughs: Barnet, Brent, Camden, Ealing, Enfield, Haringey, Harrow, Hillingdon, Islington, Tower Hamlets
Central and South West London: Diane Abrams 020-7973-3732
London Boroughs: Kensington & Chelsea, Merton, Richmond upon Thames, Sutton, Westminster, Hammersmith and Fulham, Hounslow
North and East London: Adam Single 020-7973-3748
London Boroughs: Barking & Dagenham, Enfleld, Hackney, Havering, Newham, Olympics Legacy, Redbridge, Waltham Forest
The Regional Science Advisor provides guidance on all aspects of archaeological science in London, from dating techniques to the impact of piled foundations. This includes organising training days for the archaeological community. Jen Heathcote 020-7973-3188
Some monuments are recognised as being of national or even international importance and protected under the Ancient Monuments and Areas Act 1979. It is a legal requirement to obtain consent for any works that affect scheduled ancient monuments.
Inspector of Ancient Monuments: Jane Sidell PhD MIFA
Historic Environment Field Advisor: Liz Whitbourn
