Wales spends less on culture than almost all European nations, report finds
Nation risks being left behind unless cultural investment increases, says Senedd committee
Cuts
Campaigners fight ‘misguided’ plans to close local authority museums
Abbey House Museum in Leeds and three Bristol institutions are among those at risk
Outlook for Welsh culture sector remains ‘challenging’ despite budget boost
Arm's-length bodies welcome 'step in the right direction' but say more support is needed after year of crises
People’s Story Museum welcomes public back after outcry over closure
Museum had been shut since the summer due to staff shortages
‘Profound disappointment and disbelief’ over impact of autumn budget on culture
Peers scrutinise government’s tax and spending plans in Lords debate
Scottish museums’ finances are ‘more fragile than ever’
Visitor numbers surpass pre-pandemic levels but 11% of venues fear closure, finds new MGS survey
Northumberland sites may join Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums partnership
Council mulls new delivery model for museums managed by Woodhorn Charitable Trust
Edinburgh council hopes to reopen People’s Story museum in December
Proposal to shut working-class history museum through winter led to a public outcry
New funding brings ray of hope after turbulent time for museums in Wales
Despite receiving a much-needed financial boost this month, the Welsh sector is still reeling from a difficult year of budget cuts and government strife
It’s time for a rallying cry to the new government
With a fresh culture secretary in post, plus many young MPs spread across the UK, now is the moment to advocate for the vital role museums play. By Simon Stephens
Backlash over BBC story on value of Birmingham’s artworks
Collections should not be seen as financial assets, say sector leaders
Unethical disposal could endanger public trust, say museum bodies
Arts Council England releases joint statement on financially motivated sales from collections