Analysis
‘Highlight the social outcomes’
The launch of the Great Place Scheme in Wales puts spotlight on need to link cultural projects to social outcomes
Arts and culture overlooked in Brexit-focused campaign
With the ‘snap general election only days away, the museum sector is having to weigh up the parties’ policies through Brexit-tinted glasses
‘Better collaboration will lift SSNs’ digital expertise’
Closer ties are key to engaging new members and improving digital performance
Male directors still the norm
Many regional museums have female directors, but the top jobs at national museums are still dominated by men. This is changing though.
London attendances hold firm
Visitor numbers have not been affected by the Westminster terrorist attack in March
Sector backs finding that ACE must focus more on museums
Government review says Arts Council England needs to be more aware of the specific issues that museums face
Firstsite boosts local value in bid to regain NPO status
New director has met community groups to help create a programme relevant to local people, as gallery seeks to alleviate Arts Council England’s concerns
Welsh museums anxious over future of partnership work
Local authority funding cuts could make the costs associated with long-term loans and partnerships prohibitive
Investment pays dividends for museum visitor figures
Alva visitor data shows that museums and galleries who invest in high-quality creative programming often attract more visitors to their sites
Will the Midlands Engine Strategy drive arts growth?
The government’s regeneration initiative will support cultural venues across the Midlands. But so far, the support is skewed in favour of large-scale projects.