11th November 2010, 03:36 PM
A key point is that the research elements in PPS 5 is in addition to the recording. The degree to which all archaeological remains are excavated and recorded is a complex debate – is it worth excavating and recording 100% of 100% of 1960s post holes with the remains of the posts still in – clearly it is not. The question we are posing which was hastily worded is based upon the fact in PPS 5 it makes it clear that there should be research as well as excavation and recording. In many respects this is simply codifying best professional practice that already happens in some areas and on some projects. Surely this is a good thing
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