Analysis
Staffordshire Hoard to be showcased around the world
Talks are under way about taking items from the collection on a global tour to raise money and to boost the profile of the Anglo-Saxon treasure. Gareth Harris reports
Cultural strategy for London
GLA to publish tourism strategy and toolkit next year highlighting the value of the capital’s arts, theatres and museums. By Patrick Steel
Shake-up on cards for National Historic Fleet
National Historic Ships' consultation on the future of the 200-strong National Historic Fleet could reduce the number of ships on the register. Patrick Steel reports
Museums opt to take their futures on trust
Funding cuts are causing museum services to rush to switch to trust status. Geraldine Kendall investigates whether they are really a panacea
Is ACE fulfilling its rural obligations?
The arts council's position statement says its approach to rural communities has evolved over the past 10 years, as it sets out a raft of initiatives. Gareth Harris reports
Guarded welcome for BBC arts initiative
Concerns expressed that BBC's proposals are too London-centric. By Gareth Harris
Glasgow finds itself in the spotlight
The Glasgow 2014 Cultural Programme will feature 800 events, but concern has been expressed that there is too much focus on the performing arts. Gareth Harris reports
Barriers to progress persist
Report finds that few development opportunities make it hard for staff from minority groups to reach leadership roles. By Gareth Harris
Marginal funding rises only paper over cracks in Scotland
Although some arts organisations will receive slightly more in 2014-15, the cuts of the past three years are having a significant impact on museums. Geraldine Kendall investigates
MA updates its Disposal Toolkit
Association offers explicit guidance on financially motivated disposal. By Patrick Steel