Analysis

Spending review widens gap between haves and have-nots

The spending review looks likely to spell further trouble for museums run by local authorities

How are Libor funds allocated?

Military museums have received £20m from banking fines, but the methods and transparency are being questioned

Art Fund seeks reform of UK’s 
‘weak’ export control system

Changes sought after plan to save a £35m Rembrandt for the nation collapses as artwork is sold privately to a collector

Paisley Museum to be transformed regardless of City of Culture bid success

Council says revamp will go ahead even if Paisley does not win accolade

Ancient Egypt: the same old audience?

Egyptology exhibitions have always drawn massive crowds, but are they just attendedby regular museum-goers?

Experts welcome Iraq heritage initiative

Sector backs funding of project to address Islamic State’s destruction of archaeological sites, but international cooperation remains challenging. By Gareth Harris

Museums turn to trusts and foundations for support

The debate is hotting up as to whether more money from foundations and trusts should be used to plug holes in public funding and cover operating costs

New plan is an ‘important step’

Sector focuses on the second delivery plan for the National Strategy for Scotland’s Museums and Galleries

Sector galvanised to tackle lack of diversity

Arts council to encourage greater diversity in Major Partner Museums. Patrick Steel reports

MA Conference delegates told there is no ‘quick fix’ solution

Event assesses how museums are adapting to the changing landscape and suggests income diversification and partnerships

Editorial

Does size matter when it comes to ideas?

UK hitches ride on Chinese bandwagon

Heritage sector welcomes memorandum of understanding that will support cultural exchange between the two countries