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    Fifty Years of Conservation Areas

    The first Conservation Areas were designated in 1967, today at the golden anniversary there are some 10,000 sites. The presentation will explore the origins, variety and some challenges for the future.

    Queen Elizabeth II

    The reign of Elizabeth II has been the longest in British history. The Crown has grown stronger both at home as a symbol of the nation.

    King George VI

    George VI was the unexpected king. His human qualities reinforced the spirit of social solidarity which helped Britain to victory in war and recovery in peace.

    King Edward VIII

    Edward VIII reigned for just 325 days. The history of his reign is in large part the history of the abdication. However, as Prince of Wales, Edward had been the first heir to the throne to find a genuine role for himself, as a spokesmen for the ex-service generation.

    The Value of Heritage and the Heritage of Value

    There was a time when old places were valued simply for their beauty and interest, but now this is not enough. Are calculations of the financial contribution of our history adding to the value of our heritage or have they fundamentally devalued it?

    The February Revolution in Russia

    To mark the anniversary of the Russian Revolution, the dilemmas of modern empire and monarchy will be discussed, firstly in general terms and then specifically in terms of Russia.

    Living Without Electricity

    What happens when power, communications, and transport are all disrupted, when shops cannot function, and when most people cannot find out what is happening? Storm Desmond in 2015 revealed how dependent on electricity modern city life has become. What lessons have been learnt?

    Apprenticeship: Politics, Education, or Reality Television?

    The Lord Mayor will explore the historical background to apprenticeships, their importance over the centuries, and their relevance to the future and how they can rise to the challenges of modern education in a modern society, provide training for working life, and benefit apprentices themselves.

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