Policy paper

Arts Council England - an independent review by Baroness Margaret Hodge

An independent review of the Arts Council England (ACE) supported by an Advisory Panel featuring experts from across the creative sectors.

• From: Department for Culture, Media and Sport
• Published: 16 December 2025

Applies to England

Documents

Arts Council England Review - Statement from The Rt Hon Lisa Nandy MP - Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport

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Arts Council England - an independent review by Baroness Margaret Hodge

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Annex 1: Arts Council England Review - Purpose and role of Arts Council England

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Annex 2: Arts Council England Review - Supporting data

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Annex 3: Arts Council England (ACE) Review - Terms of reference

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Annex 4: Arts Council England Review - Methodology

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Annex 5: Arts Council England (ACE) Review - Feedback from Call for Evidence (survey)

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Annex 6: Arts investment around the world: policy, place and philanthropy

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Annex 7: Arts Council England (ACE) Review - Contributors to the Review

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Details

The Independent Review of Arts Council England (ACE) was announced by the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport to assess ACE’s role, structure, and effectiveness. The Rt Hon the Baroness Margaret Hodge of Barking DBE was appointed as the Lead Reviewer. Baroness Hodge was supported by an expert Advisory Panel featuring individuals from across the creative sectors to help inform the review and challenge emerging recommendations. The review’s evidence gathering included input from over 700 people and over 4,500 responses through a public Call for Evidence.

Published 16 December 2025