The North East is trailing behind when it comes to Arts Council 'levelling up' investment, claims a body of arts organisations in the region.
The reaction comes from The North East Culture Partnership following Arts Council England's recent announcement of the recipients of its 'national portfolio' funding for 2023-26, which include a range of local venues, such as museums and galleries, that have welcomed the three-year boost.
But NECP, which is made up of North East practitioners, local authorities, universities, colleges, businesses and voluntary organisations joining forces to champion the arts, claims the region has received the lowest increase in the investment outside of London.
