News maritime Donation from US philanthropist keeps oldest Clyde-built vessel afloat Surprise boost for Scottish Maritime Museum, which is participating in the #SupportOurMuseums campaign
News Covid-19 London museums and galleries close amid criticism of ‘bizarre’ Tier 3 rules No recorded cases of virus being transmitted at a UK visitor attraction, says Alva director
News Digital New app will enable visitors to socialise on virtual museum tours Curatours app aims to provide a more immersive and interactive tour experience
News Birthplace of vaccination fights for its future The pandemic has led to renewed interest in Dr Jenner’s House but its funding troubles are far from over
News Covid-19 Outdoor visitor attractions in Wales to close as Covid cases soar Museums, galleries and heritage sites must close their grounds on 14 December
News Climate Crisis Science Museum Group to focus on sustainability in 2021 Range of programmes unveiled in run-up to next year's UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow
News Decolonising Museums MGS investigates impact of colonialism on museums Sheila Asante appointed to manage the project
News Treasure Treasure finds hit record high amid plans to amend legislation Definition of treasure to be broadened to include ‘significance rather than just substance’
News Spoliation Landmark Nazi spoliation case to be heard in US Supreme Court Guelph Treasure case could open floodgates for similar claims to be pursued through US courts
News Covid-19 Thackray Museum becomes Covid vaccination hub ‘History in the making’ as first patients receive their doses at the museum
News Freelance Almost 80% of museum freelancers have lost earnings during Covid Survey shows freelancers are falling through the 'government support cracks' and feel abandoned by the sector
News Covid-19 Tate to cut 120 jobs to ‘survive crisis’ Voluntary redundancy scheme aims to save £4.8m