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Dr
Kenneth
Aitchison
Executive Director
Institute of Field Archaeologists
SHES
Whiteknights
PO Box 227
Reading
RG6 6AB
UK
In the summer and autumn of 1999, Landward Archaeology Ltd undertook a survey of archaeological specialists and those using the services of those specialists.
The project was commissioned by the Institute of Field Archaeologists and was jointly sponsored by Museum of London Specialist Services and English Heritage (Archaeology Division).
The survey was undertaken by postal questionnaire, with the questionnaires being posted in early August 1999. Data from questionnaires that were returned by 30th September 1999 have been used in the compilation of this report.
This project aims to provide information about the use of archaeological specialists by organisations undertaking archaeological work. It has approached those commissioning specialist work and those undertaking it to examine their views on service provision and training.
This project also aims to provide insights into skills surpluses and shortages, costs and the basis of costing, so helping the profession and individuals plan for training provision and career progression.