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