Sarah Perks argues that the value of education and engagement programmes cannot be overlooked when cuts are being made
In Danny Boyle’s film ‘127 Hours’, climber Aron Ralston is forced to cut off his own arm to save his life when trapped in a Utah canyon. Jeremy Hunt has stated that he’s very keen for arts organisations not to cut their engagement and education work, despite organisations obviously facing significant budget cuts. Sometimes it seems like the wiser choice is to cut off a part to save the whole body. It is better not to get trapped in the first place, of course, but assuming you’re... more
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Sarah Perks argues that the value of education and engagement programmes cannot be overlooked when cuts are being made
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