ACE ‘institutionally racist’, former employee claims
Award-winning musician Speech Debelle says there was a 'campaign' against her during her time as a Relationship Manager at…
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Gender debate ‘fracturing Arts Council England’
An independent review into diversity and inclusion within Arts Council England praises the organisation’s efforts but highli…
There is plenty of room in museums for all of us
In response to criticism of new guidance on trans inclusive practice in museums, its authors Suzanne MacLeod, Richard Sandell, Sha…
Arts organisations ‘increasingly anxious on trans issues’
Detailed guidance providing arts organisations with clarity on the law relating to trans issues, and advice on how to deal with di…
Accessibility IPSO relocates under ACE transfer scheme
Stagetext says its move to Colchester will allow it to improve access to arts and culture across the South East.
Lessons from Black British theatre
Kimberly Harding’s desire to study Black British theatre was born decades ago. This summer she travelled to London to make i…
Art Fund awards £1m to boost inclusion in curatorial staff
Art Fund has awarded £1m in grants for museums and galleries to improve inclusion in the workforce. The funding co…
Newly founded body aims to improve diversity in fine arts
A new organisation has launched to promote equal opportunities for underrepresented artists looking to pursue their careers in art…
Ethnic diversity of ACE workforce in decline
Arts Council England's annual report of 2022/23 registers a decrease in ethnic diversity of its staff, while percentage of dis…
Edinburgh Fringe cancellation sparks free speech debate
Questions around free speech and discrimination raised after Edinburgh Fringe show is cancelled due to concerns about comedian'…
PPL an ‘industry forerunner’ for gender and ethnicity
The UK music licensing company PPL says latest staffing data shows it is an "industry forerunner" when it comes to diver…
Edinburgh Fringe announces inclusivity drive
Edinburgh Fringe has partnered up with production company Nouveau Riche in a bid to make the festival “more inclusive and ac…
Dismay at high turnover in diversity leaders
With the recent resignation of the BBC’s Head of Creative Diversity, Bectu’s Philippa Childs thinks it’s timely…
Young V&A shop to carry LGBTQ+ books
The museum says it has also "identified replacement objects for the Young V&A Design Gallery that highlight trans themes&…
Arts Council of Wales denies ditching gendered pronouns
Welsh arts body says staff are free to select pronouns of their choice despite media reports to the contrary.
Is money a help or hindrance in fulfilling potential?
While not making him rich, Kevin Osborne’s early career earnings in the music industry were enough to allow him career break…
Study highlights lack of diversity in public art
Public arts sector must 'evolve and improve accessibility' in order to address lack of representation from diverse communi…
Museum opens Gypsy and Traveller gallery
Hull’s Streetlife Museum has opened a new gallery celebrating local Gypsy and Traveller heritage. Funded by Arts Council Eng…
Significant pay gaps for northern freelancers
Freelance creative workers living in the North of the UK are suffering from three significant pay gaps, a new poll has found. Recr…
Research explores impact of indie stores selling Black music
A major new project is set to explore the cultural impact of independent record stores that specialised in Black music from 1950 o…
A hostile environment for migrants
Projekt Europa is an international theatre company committed to celebrating the lived experience of migrants in the UK. Its direct…
EXCLUSIVE: Young V&A removes trans poster and LGBTQ+ books
A letter sent to PCS union members at the V&A says the decision to remove a poster advocating for trans rights and two illustr…
Swindon arts partnership for children ‘unable to flourish’ in school
Revolution Performing Arts (RPA) has announced a partnership with specialist tuition service Hunt Scholars to create alternative p…
Barbican apologises after Palestinian talk cancelled
The Barbican Centre has apologised for pulling a live-streamed talk last minute that was due to be hosted by co-founder of Palesti…
