Arts Council England

Today we’ve published our Response to the Independent Review of Arts Council England. It sets out the actions we’ll take to address your feedback and the recommendations outlined in the Review. Read our full Response 👇 bit.ly/4rZ6Zt0

You can view the updated guidance in full on our website now buff.ly/vwUay7Y

We spoke to creatives across England to hear what was missing from our guidance. Our new guidance hub provides: -Clearer information on what DYCP supports -An updated ‘Am I ready to apply?’ checker -What we look for in an application -Case studies of previous DYCP recipients

Ahead of applications opening in June, we are sharing updated guidance and resources for Round 24 of DYCP – it's the same programme, delivering the same transformational funding to individual practitioners, but with more clarity.

Happy #WorldBookNight! We hope you'll be joining us for the #ReadingHour from 7-8pm tonight - whether you’re reading, listening, or sharing a book, it all counts. Let us know how you'll be celebrating in the comments 👇️ #NationalYearOfReading2026 #GoAllIn2026 @Go_All_In_2026

We’re hiring! 📣 We’re recruiting a Director, Literature and Bristol to lead our national literature work and play a senior role shaping cultural investment across the South West. Apply by 10 May 👇 bit.ly/4vTlcer

In the Art of Transformation, we explore how four funded organisations have reshaped their business models. One of these organisations is the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment (OAE) - one of the UK’s leading period‑instrument ensembles. 👇 bit.ly/3QeAYjk

130 cultural venues are set to benefit from almost £130 million, meaning more cultural access wherever you are. ✨ We are proud to deliver this funding through the Creative Foundations Fund, Museum Estate and Development fund and Libraries Improvement Fund.

Have you looked through the Arts of Transformation? 🤔 This is a collection showcasing four funded organisations that have reshaped their business models in bold, innovative ways! Check it out 👇 bit.ly/4v163Hf

How can touring be sustainable and just by design? 🌱 Join artists and thinkers for Touring with Intent, a free webinar from @JuliesBicycle on 7 May 2026, 10:30–12:15 (UK). Everyone welcome. Register: bit.ly/4tzMkgu

The Magnetic International Visual Arts Residencies are now open! ✨ Artists in England can apply for a 2–3 month residency at: Bétonsalon – Paris & Capc – Bordeaux Find out more: bit.ly/4c0mIlL #ACESupported

What exactly is a “business model” in the cultural sector? 💬 Ben Lane, our Senior Manager for Business and Innovation, breaks it down in this insightful blog, introducing the project and its themes. Read Ben’s blog 👇 bit.ly/4c3fbT0

National Lottery Project Grants, our open access programme for arts, libraries and museums projects, is open across all strands on our updated grants system. Find the latest information and application guidance on our website 👇 bit.ly/4s4p9cU

Help to shape touring in the performing arts sector. 🗺️ World Pencil is conducting research into the touring of theatre, dance, music and combined arts, on behalf of Arts Council England. Take part in the survey before 10 April 👇 bit.ly/4aQ1iqR

The arts belong to everyone – not just the privileged few A reformed Arts Council England will make sure every community, in every corner of the country, can see their stories reflected in the national culture 🔗 Read the full response here: gov.uk/government/pub…

Join us as an Assistant in our South East team in Cambridge and provide administrative support, coordinate meetings, and help manage stakeholder relationships. Apply by 29 Mar 👇 bit.ly/4uJCGcx

We’re hiring! 📣 We have five roles available for Senior Officer, Capital Relationships and Monitoring to support major capital investment programmes across the cultural sector. Apply by 27 Mar bit.ly/4rqFvMC

Congratulations to @hull_libraries! 👏🎉

Great to see #ACEsupported @LibraryCornwall crowned #SouthWest Library of the Year at The British Book Awards🌟 Hosts @TheBookseller @dkbooks and @TheReadingAgency commended the service's focus on community cohesion. See the finalists: buff.ly/RRS8j5P

Libraries are cultural venues on people's doorsteps. Take a look at the highlights of our culture and creativity programme over the last year manclibraries.blog/culture-and-cr… @ManCityCouncil @libsconnected @ace_national