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Announcing the Public Body Review of Arts Council England
15 March 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The government is conducting a second stage Public Body Review into Arts Council England.
Action Requested
Lucy Frazer announces that Dame Mary Archer has been appointed as the independent Lead Reviewer for the review, which will assess efficiency, efficacy, accountability, and governance of Arts Council England. The Government will publish the conclusions and any Departmental response in due course.
Key Facts
- The Public Bodies Review programme aims to increase public body effectiveness and departmental sponsorship.
- Arts Council England was established by Royal Charter in 1946.
- Dame Mary Archer is appointed as the independent Lead Reviewer for the review.
- The review will follow guidance published in April 2022 by the Cabinet Office.
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