Simon Stephens

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Simon Stephens

Head of Publications and Events, Museums Association

It’s time for a rallying cry to the new government

With a fresh culture secretary in post, plus many young MPs spread across the UK, now is the moment to advocate for the vital role museums play. By Simon Stephens

National Trust aiming to improve workforce diversity

Annual report shows progress is being made but more needs to be done

Museums continue work to address climate crisis

Maggie Appleton is new climate lead for the National Museum Directors' Council

Peace Museum reopens in Saltaire

Project has been supported by a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund

Museum fit-out specialist in administration

Buyers are being sought for parts of Beck Interiors business

Jane Hutt is new culture secretary for Wales

Labour politician has been a member of the Senedd for the Vale of Glamorgan since 1999

In brief | Latest sector developments

Citizens’ Jury for Birmingham | Glasgow sustainability project | Ikon gallery youth programme

Courtauld secures funding for new arts hub

Manton Foundation donates $12m (£9.4m) to support the project

Brighton Museum to shut for essential roof repairs

Work is part of a wider scheme to revamp the Grade II-listed building

Profile | Listen. Learn. Act.

Simon Stephens talks to community activist Michelle Charters, who is now leading a revamp of the world’s first standalone international slavery museum

Wrexham scores with funding for football museum

Money for Wrexham part of a number of grants awarded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery continues phased reopening

Birmingham Museums Trust carrying out £5m revamp of the venue