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Annual Review 2008
Review of Arts Council England’s regularly funded organisations investment strategy 2007–08 - lessons learned
The Arts Council has published its response to the McIntosh Review – an independent report commissioned by Chief Executive Alan Davey which examines the process used to reach regular funding decisions last February. Click on the image to the right to download the review
Sustained Theatre launches
Sustained Theatre, our network for Black, Asian, and minority ethnic theatre artists and practitioners, has launched with a thought-provoking paper on identity, aesthetics and ethnicity. Sign up and join in the debate
National Council congratulates Peter Hewitt on CBE
The National Council of Arts Council England yesterday (1 July) passed a unanimous vote of congratulations to former Chief Executive Peter Hewitt on his recently awarded CBE.
Made in England
Launched on St. George’s Day, 23rd April, Made in England is a new national partnership between BBC English Regions and Arts Council England that will explore our country through its people and its art. Click on the image for more information
The Big Art Project
The Big Art Project is an ambitious public art commissioning initiative from Channel 4, supported by Arts Council England and The Art Fund, to inspire and create new public art across the UK. Click on the image to find out more.
London 2012 - get involved
London 2012 are looking for inspirational ideas from people and organisations across the UK, to be part of the Cultural Olympiad, which launches on the weekend of 26-28 September 2008. Click on the image to find out how you can get involved
