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Scottish Government launches independent group on museum collections, colonialism and slavery 02/09/2020
It will sponsor an independent expert group to explore how Scotland’s existing and future museum collections can better represent the country’s colonial and slavery history. »more
Commercial income unlikely to recover for ‘several years’ in Welsh museums 02/09/2020
Evidence to Senedd underlines the challenges faced by museums but points to how they can deliver social benefit across health and education. »more
Cultural Recovery Funds 06/08/2020
A summary of how to apply for Cultural Recovery Funds across the UK. »more
50 cultural projects for people shielding at home 06/08/2020
The Culture, Health and Wellbeing Alliance has reported on some of the best projects from across arts and museums - from activity through phone calls, to Scratch nights. »more
Museum of the Year Award will go to five winners this year 06/08/2020
The Art Fund has increased the shared prize by 40%. »more
National museums reopen across the UK 06/08/2020
Many more museums are planning to reopen during August, including most nationals. »more
Government £1.57bn package of emergency grants and loans for the cultural sector 07/07/2020
Distribution will be in partnership with ACE, NLHF, Historic England and other specialist bodies. »more
Guidance for museums for safe reopening from NMDC 07/07/2020
Plus signposting to other checklists from ICOM and AIM. »more
Exeter City Council wins landmark victory on rateable value of RAMM museum buildings 06/07/2020
The final ruling will set a precedent across the museum sector. »more
National Museum Directors' statement on Prime Minister's Announcement on 23 June 23/06/2020
The Directors of Tate, Science Museum Group, Natural History Museum, National Gallery, British Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum responded to the Prime Minister's announcement on 23rd June. »more