5th March 2024

Research finds just 2.3% of artists referenced in GCSE art exam papers are from Black or South Asian backgrounds. 

The Afghan Youth Orchestra’s four-date tour in England will go ahead after the Home Office u-turned on a decision to reject the ensemble’s visa application following public outcry.

4th March 2024

A new organisation, made up of a range of local government bodies, is calling for a fresh approach to sustain culture services in light of ongoing funding pressures.

Open letter from the company's Music Director says cuts have left it with a budget that is "not even sufficient for a small regional theatre".

29th February 2024

Spokesperson for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says concept of restricting audiences based on race is ‘concerning and divisive’.

Arts Council England is pursuing Mercury Prize winning musician Speech Debelle for around £100,000 in legal costs.

Revamped risk guidance from Arts Council England (ACE) marks "a complete turnaround" in its position on political or activist statements, according to artists' union.

Concerns raised over female dancers returning to work too soon after giving birth, risking physical exhaustion and injury.

28th February 2024

Arts Council England updates its reputational risk guidance for National Portfolio Organisations following concerns that original guidance could curtail freedom of expression.

The Association of Independent Festivals urges government action after at least 10 UK music festivals say they will not go ahead as planned this year due to rising costs. 

Calls made for reform of local government funding system to avoid 'cherished services' being 'drastically scaled back or lost altogether'.

Ahead of the Spring Budget on 6 March, UK Music has appealed to the Chancellor to support the music sector, including an extension on Orchestra Tax Relief.

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