In the fast-changing world of digital, people love to forecast. But rather than focus on the future, Katie Moffat thinks you should look at what you already have to squeeze the best from your most important digital asset: your website.
Arusa Qureshi had the good fortune to receive a music bursary as a child. She argues that such funding is vital to fostering unexpected creative paths.
Talking of failure can feel uncomfortable and we often avoid it when carrying out evaluation. But, as Susanne Burns argues, being open about failure can be key to learning.
Local authorities are central to the UK’s planning system. Lucy Atkinson explains how Community Infrastructure Levy funding can provide opportunities for arts organisations to work creatively with communities.
Media arts agency Mediale is the first national portfolio organisation in Selby, Yorkshire. Tom Northey shares how developing relationships with local authorities has been integral to its recent success.
Michael Davidson explores the development of music services in Hertfordshire, demonstrating the value of linking it to the local authority’s inclusion and preventative health agenda.
Despite an unsuccessful bid for UK City of Culture 2025, Southampton is determined to build on lessons learned during the process. Satvir Kaur says culture remains critical to the future.
The relationship between a place’s local government and its creative economy is an entirely (and rightly) symbiotic one, argues cultural sector consultant and Southwark Councillor, Richard Leeming.
A blunt report from the Lords Communictions Committee warns government complacency risks undermining the UK’s creative industries. Deborah Bull has been talking to Arts Professional’s Neil Puffett about it.
With the evaluation findings from Birmingham 2022 published this week, and those from Coventry City of Culture forthcoming, Katy Raines and Jonothan Neelands have been reflecting on what’s been learned and what it means for the sector.
Since 2020 the sector has faced a series of crises, first Covid and now an even more uncertain future related to the cost of living. Michelle Wright considers how the arts can help.
A long-held vision to pedestrianise one of the most polluted areas in London has been realised. Jonathan Reekie outlines how a partnership between the local authority, business and cultural institutions was crucial to making it happen.
Arts Council England's Transfer Programme is intended to initiate geographical redistribution – not just of money but of creative talent too. Kevin Poulter outlines the implications for people being asked to move out of London.
As the National Youth Theatre Rep Company approaches its 10th anniversary, its co-founder and Artistic Director Paul Roseby shares the joys and challenges of the last decade.
For this long read marking the turn of the year, Robin Cantrill-Fenwick asked CEOs and Executive Directors of arts organisations across the UK to answer one question.
AP’s editorial focus for January is on local government. Here Gerald Vernon-Jackson reflects on the role councils and local cultural organisations play in our national cultural life.
With so much churn in government over recent months, it’s been hard to keep track of who's in charge of the UK's cultural policy. Lillian Race and Ruth Hogarth have assembled a guide to the movers and shakers in the Houses of Parliament and the devolved Assemblies.
How might museums be supported in developing a digital strategy? Mike Keating shares the findings of a new report to better understand the barriers museums face in their digital offer.
Are the UK's traditional craft skills in danger? Mary Lewis explains what’s being done to safeguard and celebrate heritage crafts as a vital but often overlooked part of British culture.
Arts Professional has been heavily focused on arts funding in England in recent weeks. But how are arts councils in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland managing their funding budgets? Patrick Jowett has been finding out.
