Should the UK be nominating More World Heritage Sites?

This article challenges the UK's approach to nominating World Heritage Sites, questioning its practicality and ethical implications amid shifting political and economic landscapes. It synthesizes insights from analyses of Tentative List Review processes for English Heritage, responses to DCMS consultations, and work on nominations like the Twin Monastery of Wearmouth and Jarrow, alongside management plans for sites such as Ancient Merv in Turkmenistan. While acknowledging the ideals behind the World Heritage concept, the author expresses doubts about its implementation, aiming to provoke further discussion on the matter.

Norman, K. (2011). Should the UK be nominating More World Heritage Sites? Present Pasts, 3(2). https://doi.org/10.5334/pp.49