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Arts, culture and sports round-up: May 2025

Chris Hayes, LGIU associate

  • 19th May 2025
  • England & Wales
  • 23 mins read

This cultural sector round-up brings together key developments shaping the landscape of arts, sports, culture, heritage and creative industries. It covers government announcements, research, funding, audience trends, sector challenges and opportunities.

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