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ACE urges caution on using generative AI in funding bids

Arm's-length body publishes its first position statement on AI

New toolkit provides advice on integrating queer narratives in heritage spaces

Free resource advises heritage workers on how to explore LGBTQ+ themes in historic sites

National Trust calls for more investment in historic environment

Demand follows research that shows how public value their local heritage

Chiswick House unveils artist studios

Project is part of a wider £6.4m project to create new spaces for the local community

Visitor numbers below pre-pandemic levels, shows new report

Figures come from five year trends in Arts Council England’s Annual Museum Survey

Manchester Museum named European Museum of the Year

Ceremony held in the Polish city of Białystok where five other awards were announced

Museums in Chelmsford and Norwich acquire gold coin hoards

Significant discoveries of Roman and Anglo-Saxon gold coins to go on permanent display

Capital Jewish Museum says fatal shooting was ‘act of horrific antisemitic violence’

Two Israeli embassy staff were killed while leaving an event at the museum

Welsh Government outlines new Priorities for Culture

Welsh museum and heritage sectors will share £7m towards delivering government's ambitions

Sainsbury Centre takes artworks outside the gallery on ‘day release’

Film series follows well-known paintings as they explore places linked to their past

Museums join forces in trans inclusion partnership

Organisations to work with experts to develop guidance for the culture sector in 2026

Public investment is pivotal in encouraging further funding, says ACE

New report uses case studies to make the case for 'crowding in' approach