11th October 2010, 03:43 PM
I heard a while back that at least one archaeological unit was investigating the possibility of taking over the crypt of a disused church in which to rebury (but in reality store) human remains...Anyone else heard of any moves along these lines....
That said, in response to the piece in the Observer...I thought both archaeologists interviewed missed the opportunity to suggest that in the light of the MoJ interpretation of the law, much greater resources would be needed, given the short time available for the study of the material. Maybe that is one way to concentrate the minds of the legislators i.e suggest that a shortened time span involves greater upfront cost.....
That said, in response to the piece in the Observer...I thought both archaeologists interviewed missed the opportunity to suggest that in the light of the MoJ interpretation of the law, much greater resources would be needed, given the short time available for the study of the material. Maybe that is one way to concentrate the minds of the legislators i.e suggest that a shortened time span involves greater upfront cost.....
With peace and consolation hath dismist, And calm of mind all passion spent...