ACE’s ‘political statements’ warning to artists came after government talks
by Nadia Khomami Arts and culture correspondent from World news | The Guardian on (#6MWSQ)
Exclusive: FoI request reveals Arts Council updated guidance after discussing Gaza conflict with DCMS
Arts Council England (ACE) issued a warning that political statements" could break funding agreements after discussions with the government about artists speaking out over the Israel-Gaza war, newly released documents suggest.
A freedom of information request made by the actors' union Equity has revealed that the conflict was discussed in a meeting between ACE and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) in December.
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