News Closure National Museum Cardiff closes temporarily to repair mechanical failure Amgueddfa Cymru says it is ‘working diligently to address the identified issues’
News Climate crisis Scotland offers £1m in climate and capital funds A new government initiative aims to build understanding of the climate emergency
News Closure Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery to close for essential repairs Museum will shut on 13 November until 2024
News Maintenance Long-awaited fund launched to support vital museum repairs The £18.8m pot is available to non-national Accredited museums in England
Features Workforce Elbow grease From tiny timepieces to industrial-scale machinery, our museums’ mechanical exhibits and experiences are things of wonder, thanks to the army of maintenance people who keep them all in good working order
News Budget What does the 2020 Budget mean for museums? Government cuts business rates and confirms Cultural Investment Fund