Although legislation allows museums to overturn donors' wishes after a set period, some people believe that the terms of a gift should never be broken. Patrick Steel reports

Despite initiatives, research and targeted projects, people with disabilities are not visiting museums and galleries as much as the rest of the population. Geraldine Kendall investigates why and asks what more can be done

Independent report reveals that residents of London received 10 times more from taxpayer and lottery arts funding than those in the English regions. Geraldine Kendall investigates

The crisis in Syria has prompted Icom to launch a resource to help prevent the illegal trade of cultural objects. Patrick Steel assesses the effectiveness of the 13 lists

Cultural Learning Alliance report reignites debate over impact of English Baccalaureate, as number of arts GCSEs taken has fallen 14% since 2010. Gareth Harris reports

Some museums still house works looted by the Nazis. Patrick Steel asks whether the UK is dragging its feet on spoliation research

Rebecca Atkinson reports on the progress of a government scheme to enable UK taxpayers to donate works of art and other heritage objects to the nation

Government's Catalyst Endowment Fund is on course to address problem

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

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

Merging museum services or moving to trust status as a result of funding cuts creates a stronger strategic approach and reduces bureaucracy

More than 20 organisations from across the globe that are passionate about museums' social impact sign up to initiative