Maintenance

‘Heritage in worse condition than it’s been for 50 years’

Funding cuts and rising costs mean sector is facing serious problems, says Heritage Fund chair Simon Thurley

National Museum Cardiff closes temporarily to repair mechanical failure

Amgueddfa Cymru says it is ‘working diligently to address the identified issues’

Scotland offers £1m in climate and capital funds

A new government initiative aims to build understanding of the climate emergency

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery to close for essential repairs

Museum will shut on 13 November until 2024

Long-awaited fund launched to support vital museum repairs

The £18.8m pot is available to non-national Accredited museums in England

Elbow grease

From tiny timepieces to industrial-scale machinery, our museums’ mechanical exhibits and experiences are things of wonder, thanks to the army of maintenance people who keep them all in good working order

What does the 2020 Budget mean for museums?

Government cuts business rates and confirms Cultural Investment Fund