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.
27th February 2024
The Open Fund supports activities initiated by artists, producers and creative practitioners across Scotland.
Following an IPO-commissioned report, DCMS Minister Julia Lopez says government will not enforce equitable remuneration for music streaming and will instead convene a music industry working group to consider the matter.
A new survey conducted by SOLT & UK Theatre has found that a higher rate of Theatre Tax relief drove the employment of nearly 15,000 people in the last financial year.
26th February 2024
Survey commissioned by the National Lottery Heritage Fund highlights action being taken by heritage organisations in the face of budget pressures.
23rd February 2024
A letter sent to Arts Council England on 9 February highlighted concerns that guidance around political statements represented 'an attempt to engage in policing of artistic freedoms'.