Social justice body launches
More than 20 organisations from across the globe that are passionate about museums' social impact sign up to initiative
Analysis
Councils keen to merge services
Merging museum services or moving to trust status as a result of funding cuts creates a stronger strategic approach and reduces bureaucracy
Attendance rises mask deeper issues
Although visitor numbers are up at most UK galleries and museums, there is still work to do to attract people from all backgrounds and age groups
ACE reviews Croydon Accreditation
Council could be the first local authority to lose status since ACE took on management of the scheme, following Croydon’s decision to sell 24 ceramics
Arts account for 1% of charitable giving
Government's Catalyst Endowment Fund is on course to address problem
Museums have their work cut out
Poll finds funding cuts have led to a reduction in public access and a rise in the use of volunteers
Professional advice is invaluable
The MA's fellowship programme is one of several schemes offering career development
Acts of remembrance
Plans to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first world war are taking shape
Critical thinking not used
Research finds that museums fail to share or learn from evaluation
MA shares its 2020 vision
Consultation about the impact museums can have on people's lives generates debate
HLF invests in the future
New strategic framework introduces several pioneering changes
The MA’s at your disposal
Draft due diligence guidelines on disposal by sale published