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Anything that comes from or involves the organisation which protects the historic environment of England.

30 Apr 1951Anti-Slavery Arch is given Grade II listing by Historic England

24 June 1974Stroud Teachers’ Centre is listed by Historic England

2001Blackboy Clock figure is again removed for restoration

2007Anti-Slavery Arch is upgraded to Grade II* listing by Historic England

16 Apr 2018Historic England publishes initial statement on contested heritage

8 May 2018Historic England publishes guidelines for councils on contested heritage

19 Aug 2020‘The Impact of Transatlantic Slavery on England’s Built Environment: a Research Audit’

22 Sept 2020Culture Secretary writes to arts organisations on government’s position on contested heritage

6 Oct 2020DCMS Select Committee hearing on physical heritage takes place

3 Dec 2020Historic England updates its checklist for local authorities on contested heritage

8 Apr 2022Historic England advises Stroud District Council on the removal of the Blackboy Clock

5 Oct 2023DCMS publishes guidance for dealing with contested commemorative heritage assets