British Library ‘looks forward’ to exploring ACE review proposals despite fears of open letter
The British Library has confirmed it ‘looks forward’ to exploring the Arts Council England (ACE) review proposals, despite an…
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Calls for ACE to judge ‘acceptable behaviour’ on arts sponsorship decried as ‘deeply problematic’
Climate activists have criticised a report into Arts Council England (ACE) as “ill-evidenced, sweeping, and against current majo…
Establish national philanthropy register and map cultural assets, Creative UK paper urges
The foundation of a national philanthropy register could improve transparency and better measure the success of mixed funding mode…
Key dates for the arts sector in 2026
The year ahead will bring a raft of events that have significant implications for the arts and culture sector. Here, we take a loo…
When you wish upon an ACE review
The Hodge review of Arts Council England resembles a Christmas wish list, but who stands to get their presents? asks Robin Can…
Remodelled Creative Industries Council to play ‘crucial role’ in government’s sector plan
The government has announced a fresh line-up for its Creative Industries Council (CIC), intended to better represent a range of su…
New ACE music advisory group aims to deliver ‘real benefits for artists’
Arts Council England (ACE) has launched an advisory group, formed of artists and industry professionals, to shape how the governme…
‘We have been too prescriptive’, admits ACE
Arts Council England (ACE) has acknowledged its implementation of the 10-year strategy aimed at bringing “world-class art and cu…
Beyond the summary: Key quotes from the ACE review
Labour peer Baroness Hodge’s review of Arts Council England (ACE) contains 21 recommendations for the Department for Culture, Medi…
ACE must resist politicisation and overhaul systems, Hodge review finds
Arts Council England (ACE) must “rigorously uphold” its arm’s length status and resist politicisation, a review into the funding b…
‘All options’ on table as creative sector objects to government’s AI copyright plans
Respondents to a national consultation have overwhelmingly rejected the government’s preferred approach to allowing AI companies t…
Creative industries are one of UK’s ‘great unsung success stories’
Creative industry businesses are more likely to be exporters than those across the wider economy, and the gap is growing, accordin…
Inconsistency across councils ‘majorly’ impacting live events industry, sector leaders claim
A lack of consistency in how local authorities engage with live events organisers is a significant barrier to organisers trying to…
Scotland requires freelance leader and AI protection, taskforce finds
Creatives’ work must be properly guarded against “misappropriation” by artificial intelligence (AI), Scotland’s Culture Fair Work…
Regional theatre boss warns wait for mayoral elections could set back sector growth
The chief executive of Norwich Theatre has said a government delay to mayoral elections risks further exacerbating venues’ difficu…
Government ‘beefs up’ criteria for overseas music fund after Kneecap controversy
The government has refreshed funding criteria for a scheme supporting emerging musicians in overseas markets to lower the risk of…
Scotland to consider cultural exports service in response to post-Brexit challenges
The Scottish government has announced it will initiate a research project into the worth of establishing a dedicated cultural expo…
Creative education provides workplace ‘confidence shield’
Some 65% of performance and creative arts students feel well-prepared for work compared to 46% of other pupils, a report surveying…
Charity Commission chair to offer ‘certainty the sector needs’
Dame JULIA UNWIN has been confirmed as chair of the Charity Commission for England and Wales by Culture Secretary LISA NANDY. A ve…
Let’s Create: The high watermark for inclusion in the arts?
After eight years in post, Andrew Miller is stepping down as a National Council member of Arts Council England and as chair of its…
ACE’s Covid loan book analysis at risk of ‘inconsistent’ approaches, evaluation reveals
A report into the £474 million loan book established by Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) in response to the Covid-1…
Museums require ‘reform’ to harness health benefit potential
A report assessing the impact of an 18-month creative health programme in the museums and heritage sector has found “structural…
BAFTA and BFI pledge to support clean energy transition
Entertainment company Live Nation, arts charity BAFTA, and the British Film Institute (BFI) have all signed up to a “powerful stat…
Reviewing Creative Scotland: No easy feat
Former director of creative industries at Creative Scotland, Clive Gillman, believes there’s much to commend about a review into…
