Hope Again? Six reflections on Labour Party Conference and the future of cultural policy
Reflecting on Labour Party Conference 2026, Culture Commons Director & CEO, Trevor MacFarlane FRSA explores a renewed sense of political optimism, the future of cultural devolution and the case for a new cultural settlement that puts the growth of people alongside the growth of regional economies.
£1.5bn for cultural infrastructure announced by UK Government
The government has announced a £1.5 billion investment to stabilise and renew England’s cultural infrastructure. This article sets out what’s in the package, how the sector has responded, and why it matters for communities across the country.