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National Railway Museum in disposal controversy
Former director questions transfer of T3 engine to Swanage Railway
Welsh Assembly looks to increase self-generated arts income
Inquiry will examine efforts by arts council and other bodies
Museums seek clarification on new data protection laws
Issues include exceptions for research and archiving, and limiting fines for public bodies
£500,000 curatorial development fund for UK regional museums
John Ellerman Foundation looks to advance curatorial skills
Museums need clearer donations policies, says report
Written documents are often either out of date or not detailed enough
Northern Irish MLA calls for joint Belfast-Derry gallery
Ambition for national venue was stated in arts council’s strategic vision
DCMS announces £15m cultural regeneration fund for northern England
But thinktank report highlights continuing regional funding imbalance