Frequently asked questions about 'Heritage Counts' can be found below.
Who produces the 'Heritage Counts' series?
'Heritage Counts' publications are produced by English Heritage on behalf of the Historic Environment Forum which represents all the major heritage organisations in England.
What is the purpose of the reports?
'Heritage Counts' provides the historic environment sector with the information and data needed to make policies and decisions. It also highlights issues which are particularly important to the sector.
How often do 'Heritage Counts' report come out?
'Heritage Counts' is published annually, usually in either October or November.
What is the main theme of this year's report?
The theme for this year's report is the historic environment and Big Society. Previous themes have focused on the economic impact of heritage tourism and heritage-led regeneration, the contribution of heritage to sense of place and community cohesion, climate change, the rural historic environment and heritage and communities.
What are the indicators?
Indicators are easy-to-use statistics that enable year-on-year changes in the historic environment to be tracked. These are set out under three headings:
- Understanding the Assets (the extent of historic assets and the information on them);
- Caring and Sharing (the condition of assets and the resources available to manage them);
- Using and Benefiting (the economic, social and environmental benefits derived from active use of the historic environment).
When is the next edition due out and what will it cover?
'Heritage Counts 2012' is due out in the autumn of 2012. It is likely to explore the historic environment and resilience.
Can I offer comments on the report?
Comments on any aspect of the report are welcomed. Please email jenny.frew@english-heritage.org.uk.