Analysis
Addressing the housing crisis
As the issue of homelessness worsens, more museums are creating programmes and exhibitions about the problem. By Rob Sharp
‘Respond to draft strategy’
Museums urged to provide evidence of what political and financial support they need, in response to the draft Culture Strategy for Scotland. Caroline Parry reports
The grass isn’t necessarily greener for rural museums
They may often be ahead of their urban counterparts when it comes to collaboration and community involvement, but rural museums often struggle to recruit staff, lack a voice with policy-makers and could be hit hard by Brexit. By Geraldine Kendall Adams
Jeremy Wright named seventh culture secretary in eight years
Can the new culture secretary overcome a lack of continuity and advocate effectively on behalf of museums, asks Caroline Parry
It’s time we took industrial action
A report into the industrial heritage sector reveals funding problems and a skills deficit, and urges more collaboration and greater inclusivity. Geraldine Kendall Adams reports
Council decides to reopen three Lancashire museums
Two years after five museums were closed to save cash, a study reveals that reopening three of them with reduced hours is the most cost-effective option
Sector awaits Arts Council England’s ongoing review of Accreditation scheme
Arts council needs to overcome entrenched negativity, as it seeks to make national standards scheme more streamlined, efficient and user-friendly. Rob Sharp reports
Cultural organisations act to support Windrush generation
Plans for a national Windrush Day announced but many still concerned about how immigration is represented. By Rob Sharp
SSNs find safety in numbers
Twenty-two Subject Specialist Networks team up to boost collaboration and knowledge sharing, while they await a new strategy from Arts Council England.
Museum thefts back in news
Institutions with collections of east Asian art told to review security arrangements following theft from Bath museum. By Rob Sharp