Yorkshire Access to Arts and Culture

2020-01-16

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Paul Blomfield Lab
Sheffield Heeley
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Investment of £190 million by Arts Council England since 2017 for arts programmes in Yorkshire.
The hon. Member acknowledges the funding provided but raises concerns about revenue funding falling, inflationary pressures, and imbalance between London and regions. He asks if the Arts Council should do more to rebalance revenue funding towards the regions and invites a meeting with Museums Sheffield's CEO.
Acknowledges willingness to meet and engage, points to £125 million investment from the cultural investment fund directed at regional museums and libraries for repair and maintenance. Emphasises commitment to support thriving regional museums.
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