Response: Government Art Collection
Published 11 December 2025
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| Reference number | FOI2025-10221 |
|---|---|
| Date of request | 21 October 2025 |
| Date of response | 19 November 2025 |
| Outcome | Granted in full |
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport received the following request for information which we responded to under the Freedom of Information Act 2000:
“The Government Art Collection (a) reference number and (b) title for each item (i) installed and (ii) de-installed from the ministerial offices of the following ministerial departments since 01 July 2024, broken down date.
A) HMT
B) ODPM
C) FCDO
D) Home Office.”
1. Our response
We have dealt with your request under the Freedom of Information Act 2000. I can confirm that the Department for Culture, Media and Sport does have information within scope of your request. As such, please see the attached spreadsheet.
The Government Art Collection (GAC) is a working collection, used across government buildings in the UK and the global estate, which means that artworks may change their display location from time to time in response to new display steers and requests. Works of art are selected for display in representational areas of UK Government buildings by representatives of each department in consultation with GAC staff. This ensures that high-profile visitors experience British art that showcases the culture, creativity and values of contemporary Britain.
The Government Art Collection promotes British art, culture and creativity through displays in UK Government buildings worldwide. The works are seen by thousands of visitors, promoting British art and contributing to cultural diplomacy. The Government Art Collection actively seeks ways to widen public engagement with its artworks through partnerships and by participating in local, national and international events.