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Scottish Government announces £3 million in funding for 14 festivals

The Scottish Government has awarded £3 million in funding to 14 festivals, the Culture Secretary has announced

The National (Scotland)

Creative industries to get £380m boost ahead of industrial strategy launch

The investment was announced by Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy.

Evening Standard

Starmer wishes Lionesses luck ahead of Women’s Euro 2025 tournament

The Prime Minister announced plans for new school sport partnerships as he met the England women’s team at St George’s Park.

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Culture Secretary welcomes BBC update on Scottish shows after Traitors row

Culture Secretary Angus Robertson has welcomed a new plan by the BBC on shows which are commissioned outside of London

The National (Scotland)

Abolishing culture, media and sport department would be ‘madness’ – minister

Culture minister Sir Chris Bryant told MPs: “Honestly, the department is not going to be abolished.”

Evening Standard

UK to allow foreign states to own 15% stake in British newspapers

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said the move would allow media outlets to seek investment while limiting the risk of outside influence.

Euronews

BBC executives ‘draw a line in the sand’ after workplace culture review

The review was announced in 2024 in the wake of the furore over disgraced former newsreader Huw Edwards.

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Media executive set to be named chair of new independent football regulator

David Kogan has previously advised the Premier League and EFL on TV rights deals and will hold a crucial role in the game

The Independent UK

Fashion is in the soul of the UK, says Culture Secretary

The Labour politician, 45, promised that the fashion world was at the ‘heart’ of the Government’s industrial strategy.

The Independent UK

What to expect from Universal's first UK theme park in Bedfordshire

The multi-billion-pound venue, the first such Universal attraction in Europe, will include a 500-room hotel and attractions inspired by top franchises

Evening Standard

Famous names sign letter urging Culture Secretary to save River City jobs

The letter warned of a risk that Scottish entertainment workers will have to leave the country to find work.

Evening Standard

Government AI plans depend on ‘more remuneration’ for creatives, says minister

Culture minister Sir Chris Bryant told MPs the UK is a ‘content superpower’ as he defended Government plans on AI and copyright law.

Evening Standard

MP: Charities supporting gambling addicts at risk of closure without funding

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said the Government is ‘working hard’ to resolve any gaps in funding.

The Independent UK

France's contested public broadcasting reform halted after dispute in parliament

The controversial plan to merge French public broadcasting companies faced a new setback Tuesday when its parliamentary committee review was suspended following an incident involving Culture Minister Rachida Dati.

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Evening Standard

Museums and libraries to receive £30m in funding for repairs and upgrades

It comes after culture secretary Lisa Nandy announced the £270 million Arts Everywhere Fund in February.

Evening Standard

Culture Secretary speaks of ‘regret’ over decision to end River City TV show

Angus Robertson has ‘concerns’ over the impact the ending of the programme could have for training in the TV sector.

Evening Standard

Lisa Nandy urges next generation to ‘carry the torch’ before VE Day anniversary

The Culture Secretary announced the full programme of events to mark the anniversary.

Evening Standard

‘Elitism’ holds back working-class women from acting, Culture Secretary told

Hollyoaks star Isabelle Smith said ‘it’s not very easy to get a job… especially in an arts industry’.

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Young people to be given a say on how money should be spent in their area

An online survey will collect responses alongside focus groups.

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Dominican Pride: Zoe Saldaña Makes History With Oscar Win

Dominicans celebrate Zoe Saldaña's historic Oscar win, marking a significant moment for Dominican culture and representation in the global entertainment in...

The Independent UK

Culture Secretary summons BBC chair to ‘urgent’ meeting over Hamas-linked film

BBC’s handling of the documentary had ‘serious flaws’, a review has found

Evening Standard

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy to hold ‘urgent’ meeting over BBC Gaza documentary

The corporation has said it has no plans to broadcast the documentary again.

Evening Standard

The new TV licence rules and how they could impact you - Price hike revealed

Netflix and Disney+ users may be forced to pay for a TV Licence under new proposals

Evening Standard

Nandy seeks ‘assurances’ Hamas did not receive money for BBC Gaza documentary

The Culture Secretary said she will keep MPs informed on the findings of an internal BBC investigation.

The Independent UK

Minister meets with EU to discuss ‘red tape’ which touring musicians face

Liberal Democrat culture spokesman Max Wilkinson urged Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy not to ‘go breaking my heart’ over the issue.

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