Analysis
Fine art | The power of regional galleries
Despite some tricky financial challenges, many UK galleries are offering ambitious programming that is firmly rooted in the needs of local communities
The devolution revolution is on its way
Government plans to give local leaders in England sweeping new powers could have significant potential for culture
Relentless upheaval for American museums under Trump
A series of presidential executive orders is threatening museums’ diversity, equality and inclusion work. Simon Stephens reports
Are the culture wars having an impact on repatriation?
Many institutions are now taking a more open-minded approach, but there is growing reticence towards the practice in some circles
How is Scotland’s museum strategy faring in uncertain times?
Despite increasing financial pressures on the sector, the strategy's adaptability has helped create a more stable environment
Should nationals charge entry for overseas tourists?
The idea of England’s national museums generating revenue by asking overseas visitors to pay an entry fee is proposed periodically. Simon Stephens looks at the pros and cons
Young people are co-designing their own spaces for creative learning
Involving under-18s in the museum-making process is taking the sector in a new direction. Beth Williamson reports
Artificial intelligence: weighing up the pros and cons
Many in the sector may be excited about AI’s potential for analysing data, but there is less enthusiasm for other applications such as generating original content. By Simon Stephens
Change is in the air for museums in England
The sector is awaiting the results of a raft of reviews and proposals that will have a huge impact on its future. By Geraldine Kendall Adams
Culture professionals ‘afraid to speak freely’
A new survey on censorship has raised questions about the limits on free speech in the arts
