RIBA leaders in disarray over response to Warne Report on registration

Article Abstract:

The council of the Royal Inststute of British Architects voted 45 to 10 in favour of a motion condemning the government's decision to implement the recommendation of the Warne Report that the title 'architect' should be deregistered. However there was vociferous debate with prominent members divided on the issue. Many predicted a lowering of standards, unfair competition and damage to the education system if the government's plans are implemented. Others argued the Warne Report presents new opportunities.

Political activity, Licensing agreements, Occupations

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How RIBA review raises a fundamental challenge

Article Abstract:

Members of the Royal Institute of British Architects Council are expected to dispute the recommendations of a review of the Institute's committee structure undertaken by Ian Sainsbury. Sainsbury puts forward radical proposals for reducing the number of committees and eliminating bureaucracy. He favours a powerful role for the co-ordinating committee and would relpace the exisitng major committees with three boards responsible for internal afffairs, external affairs and education.

Management, Associations

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