Jonathan Knott

Jonathan Knott

freelance journalist and copywriter

Two Lincoln heritage attractions launch ‘shielding hour’

Lincoln Castle and the Collection Museum are reserving times when the most vulnerable visitors will have priority access

New opportunities for museums in England as ACE reopens project grants

Updated criteria allows some applications from individuals and for work involving SSNs

Icom in turmoil after resignations

Divisions over governance have led to nine committee and board members leaving

Imperial War Museums joins Facebook advertising boycott

The museum group is thought to be the only English cultural institution participating in the month-long Stop Hate for Profit campaign

Cultural sector support staff are undervalued, finds research

A consultation has found that assistant roles are sometimes misunderstood and not well respected

Immersive technology and folklore subject specialist networks launched

Both networks aim to support best practice and collaboration across sector

Leonie Bell appointed as V&A Dundee director

The former cultural regeneration lead for Paisley will take over from founding director Philip Long

Key questions remain over government support package for culture

The money may arrive too late to save some job losses, while the distribution process and support for freelancers are among the other issues yet to be resolved

Reopening guidance published for Scottish and Welsh museums

Recommendations aim to protect workforces, ensure physical distancing and maintain hygiene

Museum of London appoints urbanist in residence

Jordan Rowe will explore how the museum can engage with night-time culture

Scheme to compensate councils for lost income offers hope to local museums

Funding for English local authorities will compensate them for income lost from parking, leisure and culture

Museums to begin reopening this weekend

One-way systems and pre-booked tickets are among precautions being taken to reduce coronavirus risks