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Arts Council England 2023-2026 Investment Programme: Announcement of National Portfolio Organisations and Investment Principles Support Organisations

07 November 2022

Proposing MP
Michelle Donelan Con
Chippenham
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

This statement updates the UK Parliament on Arts Council England's (ACE) 2023-26 Investment Programme, announcing provisional funding outcomes for National Portfolio Organisations and Investment Principles Support Organisations.

Action Requested

The minister announces that 990 organisations will receive £446 million per annum in funding over the next three years. The programme aims to increase cultural engagement outside London and in designated Levelling Up for Culture Places, with a focus on supporting children and young people and improving diversity in arts leadership.

Key Facts

  • Arts Council England’s 2023-26 Investment Programme will see £446 million per annum offered over the next three years to 990 organisations.
  • Nearly an extra £45 million is invested outside of London annually, rising to nearly £53 million in 2025-26.
  • The number of funded organisations outside London has increased by 135 (a net increase).
  • Levelling Up for Culture Places funding will rise by 79%, from 107 to 192 organisations, with an investment level increasing by £21.2 million per annum.
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