A review of devolution and the UK's creative, cultural and heritage ecosystem
A new Discussion Paper exploring how the creative, cultural sand heritage sectors have featured in the story of UK devolution so far.
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Nov 198 min read
Cultural infrastructure and why it matters by Owen Garling and Professor Michael Kenny
Owen Garling and Professor Michael Kenny from the Bennett Institute share insights from their ongoing work on 'cultural infrastructure'.
Oct 2813 min read
From warm words to cold hard cash by Kathryn Welch
In this guest blog, Kathryn reflects on her experience as Programme Lead for the Culture Collective programme in Scotland.
Oct 38 min read
It’s not just who makes decisions, it’s how they’re made by David Jubb
We are all accustomed to the way that groups wield power. We navigate our lives as members of groups, from families to political parties.
Jul 103 min read
Pan-regional cultural decision making
In this Insight Paper we explore pan-regional governance in creative sectors and how this could support the 'devolution' agenda.
Jun 113 min read
Insight Gathering in Dundee, Scotland
This June, we collaborated with University of Dundee and Culture Counts on a two day insight gathering visit in Dundee, Scotland.
May 243 min read
Combined and Local Authorities: working together to support local cultural decision making
In this Insight Paper we share key takeaways from a Knowledge Exchange with local and combined authorities on devolution of cultural policy.
May 172 min read
Supporting ‘Local Voice’ in cultural decision making
How are citizens are already being involved in different kinds of local decision making programmes across the UK?
Apr 172 min read
The role of cultural strategies in local cultural decision making
In this Insight Paper we explore how cultural strategies are supporting increased local cultural decision making.
Apr 35 min read
Site Visit to Sheffield, England
Our four UK nations Steering Panel for ‘the future of local cultural decision making’ headed to Sheffield
May 3, 202321 min read
A 'devolution revolution'
In this ‘Extended Briefing’ we’ll walk you through some of the key issues surrounding 'cultural devolution'
Mar 13, 20235 min read
What could today's 'trailblazer' devolution deals mean for UK culture & creativity?
We explore the 'trailblazer' devolution deals announced on 13th March 2023 and what they might mean for UK culture & creativity.
Jan 25, 20231 min read
Culture Commons respond to cross-party commitment to cultural devolution
Culture Commons statement on the devolution plans set out by UK Government and Labour at 'Convention for the North'
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