25th September 2010, 04:49 PM
Thanks Peter. Quick off the draw. Going through your points one by one, reminded me of the campfire beans scene in Blazing Saddles. Sounds exactly like you’ve been working the same system as everyone else.
The article questioned the nature of competition in the heritage market, assessing its shortcomings, and suggesting ways it could work better. I am delighted that everything is currently working out so well for you and your clients. But in the spirit of progress, might you allow yourself to empathise with those who aren’t benefiting from the current system?
I do briefly discuss issues regarding the definition of ‘quality’ in archaeology. Not only do I want competition to benefit more individual archaeologists, I want it to realize a broader public benefit. That surely is the ‘fundamental point about heritage protection in the planning system.’ What we are talking about is fitness for purpose; by shrugging this off, you belie a poverty of expectation.
Perhaps another read is in order – and I’ll see you at the O.K. Corral at high noon. But this time use your shooting hand.
The article questioned the nature of competition in the heritage market, assessing its shortcomings, and suggesting ways it could work better. I am delighted that everything is currently working out so well for you and your clients. But in the spirit of progress, might you allow yourself to empathise with those who aren’t benefiting from the current system?
drpeterwardle Wrote:This article misses the fundamental point about heritage protection in the planning system it is not about research but preservation and mitigation
I do briefly discuss issues regarding the definition of ‘quality’ in archaeology. Not only do I want competition to benefit more individual archaeologists, I want it to realize a broader public benefit. That surely is the ‘fundamental point about heritage protection in the planning system.’ What we are talking about is fitness for purpose; by shrugging this off, you belie a poverty of expectation.
Perhaps another read is in order – and I’ll see you at the O.K. Corral at high noon. But this time use your shooting hand.