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UK Launches 'Living Heritage' Register for Traditions

12/5/2025

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The United Kingdom government is launching a new register of 'living heritage' to document cherished traditions.
Notting Hill Carnival and tartan weaving are among the traditions the register will document.
Heritage Minister Baroness Fiona Twycross emphasizes community submissions, including oral expressions, performing arts, and culinary practices.
The United Kingdom ratified UNESCO's 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage.
The first UK inventory is expected next summer.

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The United Kingdom government is launching a new register of 'living heritage' to document cherished traditions.
Notting Hill Carnival and tartan weaving are among the traditions the register will document.
Heritage Minister Baroness Fiona Twycross emphasizes community submissions, including oral expressions, performing arts, and culinary practices.
The United Kingdom ratified UNESCO's 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage.
The first UK inventory is expected next summer.