Damning Review Slams Arts Council England's Funding Strategy
A major review by Baroness Hodge finds Arts Council England has sidelined artistic excellence in favour of box-ticking bureaucracy. Read the full report and reactions.
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Margaret Hodge's radical plan to reform Arts Council England
Labour peer Margaret Hodge calls for a bonfire of red tape at Arts Council England and a revival of regional arts boards in a major new report. Discover the key recommendations.
Arts funding protected from politics, says Hodge report
A landmark review calls for an independent body to oversee arts funding in England, aiming to remove political influence. Discover the key recommendations and what they mean for UK culture.
Universities urged to prioritise liberal arts for skills
A new report warns UK universities are neglecting liberal arts, harming critical thinking. Discover why these skills are vital for the modern workforce and what needs to change.
Susan Loppert's Legacy: Art in Hospitals
Discover how Susan Loppert revolutionised healthcare environments by integrating art into London's Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, creating a healing space beyond the clinical.
Time to Stop Worshipping the Liberal Arts
Jianyang Geng argues liberal arts institutions must embrace market reform. Critical thinking isn't their sole domain; STEM fields demand equal intellectual rigour. Discover why change is essential.
Kellie Sloane Elected NSW Liberal Leader
Former TV presenter Kellie Sloane becomes the new leader of the NSW Liberals, marking a significant shift for the party ahead of the 2027 state election. Discover the challenges she faces.
Mark Speakman and Kellie Sloane Lead NSW Liberals
Mark Speakman retains leadership while Kellie Sloane becomes deputy in NSW Liberal Party reshuffle following electoral defeat. Discover the new direction.
Why Conservatives Don't Get Credit for Arts Funding
Former culture commissioner Neil Mendoza questions why Conservative government's massive cultural investment - including the £2bn Culture Recovery Fund - remains unacknowledged by sector.
Arts education gets major boost in English schools
Major educational reform in England will elevate creative subjects with new accountability measures, marking a significant victory for arts education advocates.
Arts education gets major boost in England's schools
England's education system is set for a creative transformation as arts leaders welcome new government measures to elevate arts and creative subjects in schools, addressing years of decline.
Arts funding crisis deepens as portal collapse paralyses sector
Major arts organisations across England are struggling to survive as a critical funding portal collapse leaves millions in grants hanging in the balance, threatening the future of cultural institutions.
Trump axes arts board, cancels ARC Ballroom project
Former President Donald Trump has abruptly terminated the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, scrapping the planned ARC Ballroom renovation in another dramatic executive action.
Manchester Event Firm Collapse Leaves Performers Unpaid
Manchester's arts community faces financial devastation as Price Event Management enters administration, leaving performers and suppliers with unpaid invoices totalling over £100,000.
Texas University slashes liberal arts in major overhaul
The University of Texas at Austin announces sweeping cuts to liberal arts programmes, eliminating dozens of departments including philosophy and literature in a controversial shift toward vocational education.
Liberal Party leadership crisis deepens amid internal clashes
Australia's opposition Liberal Party faces internal turmoil as James Paterson, Sussan Ley, and Andrew Hastie engage in public power struggle, while government pushes superannuation reforms.
Sky Arts delivers 'most erotic' television says critic
Renowned art critic Waldemar Januszczak makes waves with his provocative review praising Sky Arts for creating television's most sensual and artistically daring content.
Labour's cultural power shift: Ending London's arts dominance
New Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy announces radical devolution of arts funding and decision-making, promising to end London's cultural dominance and empower local communities across Britain.
Bondi's Sculpture by the Sea faces funding crisis
The future of Sydney's beloved 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition at Bondi Beach is under threat as organisers announce a critical funding shortfall, putting the 2024 event in serious doubt.
Price endorses Hastie as future Liberal leader
Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has thrown her support behind Andrew Hastie as a future Liberal leader, praising his national security credentials and conservative values in a significant political move.
Royal Shakespeare Company urges staff to take redundancy
The prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company is grappling with a severe financial crisis, urging staff to consider voluntary redundancy. The iconic theatre, a cornerstone of British culture, faces a perfect storm of rising costs and reduced income, putting i
Music Theatre Wales thrives despite 100% funding cuts
Despite devastating 100% arts council funding cuts, Music Theatre Wales continues to thrive through artistic innovation and digital adaptation. Discover how this pioneering opera company is rewriting the rules of survival in UK's challenging cultural land
RSC Offers Voluntary Redundancy to All Staff Amid Funding Crisis
The Royal Shakespeare Company faces severe financial pressure as it invites voluntary redundancies following government arts funding reductions and rising operational costs.
Poet Tours UK Council Estates to Challenge Stereotypes
Discover how poet Karl Knights is challenging perceptions and amplifying the voices of council estate residents through a powerful nationwide poetry tour, funded by the Arts Council.
Liberal MP's shock confession on deputy leader rocks party
In a stunning political revelation, rising Liberal star Andrew Hastie has confessed to harbouring deep-seated reservations about Deputy Leader Sussan Ley, exposing a dramatic rift within the party's ranks and challenging the official narrative of unity.
Myleene Klass stuns in sheer black lace at Sky Arts Awards
Myleene Klass commanded attention at the prestigious Sky Arts Awards in a daring sheer black lace gown. The broadcaster and musician radiated confidence on the red carpet, showcasing her impeccable style at the London ceremony.
UK Art Teachers Divided by Generational Teaching Methods
An exclusive Guardian investigation reveals a growing generational rift in UK art education. Discover how teaching methods, digital skills, and classroom dynamics are splitting staffrooms. Are you an art teacher? Share your story.
World's Smallest Theatre Makes Community-Led Comeback
Discover the incredible story of The Smallest Theatre in the World in Criccieth, Wales. Saved from dereliction by a local community group, this magical 1960s time capsule has reopened with a bold new vision for the arts.
Britt Lower's Cryptic Emmy Speech Leaves Fans Baffled
Severance actress Britt Lower delivered one of the most enigmatic acceptance speeches at the Creative Arts Emmys, leaving viewers baffled with her mysterious message about 'the truth' while accepting Best Actress award.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner's Widow Launches Philanthropic Tribute
Tenisa, widow of 'The Cosby Show' star Malcolm-Jamal Warner, announces a significant philanthropic initiative to honour his memory, redirecting donations to mental health and arts education charities.
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