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It seems hopeful at least that the new prime minister does not have to be persuaded of the value of the arts and culture.

As Manchester reinvents itself as an internationally recognised cultural city, Burnham's politics are evolving with it. The relationship has never been one-way.

Speaking to Steven Knight at SXSW London, culture secretary says consultations are ongoing

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A new study reveals that Egyptians were using a mechanically sophisticated drilling tool far earlier than previously suggested.

While many cultural leaders have applauded the move, others are more critical.

As more university music departments face the axe, Thomas Graves points out what we're all missing when we fail to recognise the unique value of music education With UK higher ed…

Nor does devolution resolve the underlying settlement: day-to-day funding for programming and livelihoods still depends substantially on Treasury decisions, and a first fortnight…

Shabana Mahmood to take over at Home Office as Angela Rayner's departure hastens sweeping reshuffle

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There has been a sea change in arts funding with the idea of intrinsic worth replaced by economic potential.

Stressed bees are much more likely to make pessimistic choices and lack a buzz in life, new research has revealed.

Scientists at Newcastle University are asking if we've been underestimating the speed of glacial melt, as research shows worrying results.

Despite calling the sector 'world leading', both Labour and the Conservatives have failed to give any concrete commitments for funding the creative industries.

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This suggests the application of a relatively consistent understanding of culture beyond a decorative add-on as economic and civic infrastructure through jobs, the nighttime econ…

There are limits to reading Greater Manchester as a template. What worked there rested on conditions not necessarily replicable nationwide: a large conurbation with an establishe…