Blog | Scotland needs a strategic approach to public funding for museums
Museums can be spaces to hear the stories of local people in their own words, but in some cases those voices are being stifled by cuts
Advocacy
We advocate for and support museums and everyone who works in and with them
We collaborate with partners to make the case for investment in museums to politicians, stakeholders and funders in all four nations of the UK so that the value and impact of museums and their collections is realised.
Blog | A small amount of investment in museums can go a very long way
The sector is ready to help the new government deliver on key policy areas – but it needs support, says MA director Sharon Heal
Blog | Culture, climate, cuts and communication
What we've been doing to advocate for museums across the four nations of the UK
Blog | “If you don’t ask, you won’t get”
A March 2024 round-up of all the latest updates on our advocacy work
Blog | Communicating the value of museums to policymakers
A look back over the MA's advocacy work in November/December 2023
Blog | Making the case for museums under threat and sharing our advocacy tips
How have we been advocating for the museum sector?
Our response to the Scottish budget 2025-26
We welcome the proposed uplift to the arts and culture budget but the increased spending for museums does not go far enough
Our response to the Northern Ireland Executive’s Programme for Government 2024-27
Highlighting how museums can support the Executive's priorities and the importance of public investment in culture
Our response to the Scottish Parliament Constitution, Europe, External Affairs and Culture Committee Pre-budget Scrutiny 2025-26
We're calling for investment in the sector informed by the actions in the Museums and Galleries Strategy
A manifesto for museums in Northern Ireland
How museums play a vital role in our communities and are well placed to help Covid recovery
A manifesto for local museums in Wales
How local authorities can invest to ensure that Welsh museums are able to serve their communities
Culture and Heritage: A Manifesto for Local Government – Scotland
Exploring how local government can play a transformational role in investing in Scotland's cultural offer