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How to apply to get on the list of permit-free art and music festivals.
You can claim a relief to pay no Customs Duty and VAT if you’re permanently importing museum and gallery exhibits into the UK.
UK artists will earn new royalties when their work is resold in Australia through the UK-Australia Free Trade Agreement.
Information for entertainers and musicians, from non-visa national countries, such as EU Member States and the US, visiting the UK for performance and work.
A interactive map showing thousands of low and no-cost events across the country to help plan your half term activities.
Authors of original works of art are entitled to a royalty each time one of their works is resold through an art market professional.
Find out which museums or galleries that offer free admission are eligible for refunds under the VAT Refund Scheme.
Who gets copyright, types of work it covers, permitted use of copyright material, how to license and sell copyright and help resolving disputes
An alternative to insurance for art and cultural objects on public exhibition in the UK.
A checklist for performing artists, creatives, management and production staff in the performing arts touring in an EU country, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein.
The Secretary of State has appointed Annabel Turpin and Sally Shaw MBE as North and South East Area Chairs to Arts Council England for terms of four years.
Find out which admission charges to cultural exhibitions and events are exempt from VAT.
Learn more about money laundering regulations and your responsibilities including the fit and proper test and approval process and report suspicious activity.
A checklist for musical artists and accompanying staff working, performing or touring in an EU country, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein.
Details of the exceptions to copyright that allow limited use of copyright works without the permission of the copyright owner.
A checklist for artists, specialists, museum professionals, exhibitors or businesses working or touring in an EU country, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein.
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