Report forecasts further squeeze on councils’ culture funding

A report forecasting Local Government spending over the next eight years sees a £16.5bn funding gap by 2020 and a further squeeze on heritage and culture funding. The report, published by the Local Government Association,(LGA) also predicts further outsourcing of Culture and Recreation services to trusts and the private sector.  The LGA also expects a reduction in planning and redevelopment money that could have an impact on restoration and improvements projects.

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