Department for Culture, Media and Sport: News stories

�And in the end...�: the Abbey Road zebra crossing is listed

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:31:10 GMT

The world-famous zebra crossing near the Abbey Road Studios in London has been listed Grade II by John Penrose, Minister for Tourism and Heritage.

Prime Minister lights up Olympic Stadium for the first time

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 11:52:20 GMT

Local school children join PM for milestone moment on 2012 day.

Government announces 2012 legacy plans

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:07:44 GMT

London 2012 brings sporting, economic and social benefits to UK.

Public to enjoy �10m worth of treasures saved from export

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:40:50 GMT

Thomas Hardy typescripts, a Welsh landscape by William Dyce and the archives of political radical Thomas Walker are among treasures saved from export in the last year for UK public collections.

BBC Trust Member for Scotland appointed

Tue, 10 May 2011 13:22:52 GMT

Bill Matthews has been appointed the BBC Trust Member for Scotland, Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt announced today.

David Verey appointed as DCMS lead non-executive director

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:20:16 GMT

Lead non-executive brings business and sector skills as part of Government-wide initiative.

The Coronation of the Virgin

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 18:04:35 GMT

Spoliation Advisory Panel rules that German banker sold Rubens to pay debts and not because of Nazi persecution.

Tackling discrimination in football

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 15:04:14 GMT

Kick It Out, football's body for equality and inclusion publish their annual report with representation and vigilance as the focus.

Ask Ed Vaizey December 2010

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:46:16 GMT

Ed Vaizey's answers to your questions.

Shott report into local television published

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:43:16 GMT

Nicholas Shott�s report into the conditions necessary for financially viable local TV stations has been published today.

Olympic canoe slalom course opened by HRH The Princess Royal

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 17:01:13 GMT

First purpose built 2012 venue open for community use ahead of the Games.

More funding for Olympic and Paralympic sports

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:49:39 GMT

UK Sport announces �2.6million increase for success in 2012.

Playing fields protected

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 18:13:47 GMT

Safeguards are protecting the places people play sport.

Jeremy Hunt announces action plan to boost philanthropy

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:51:43 GMT

An �80 million fund is at the heart of a new Government drive to boost private giving to arts organisations and create a new generation of philanthropists, Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt announced today.

Lottery funding for voluntary and community sector protected

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:56:39 GMT

New policy direction will see funding focussed on projects that benefit people and local communities.

Leading artists head the line-up for the London 2012 Festival

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:55:13 GMT

First group of commissions unveiled.

Chair of S4C confirms retirement

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:53:09 GMT

John Walter Jones has written to Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt to confirm his decision to retire as Chair of the S4C Authority.

Next phase of superfast broadband

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:08:55 GMT

Plans announced for a �digital hub� in every community to boost economy.

FIFA World Cup 2018 result announced

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:08:45 GMT

Russia to host competition.

Diamond Jubilee civic honours competition launch

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 18:03:39 GMT

A competition to create a new city to mark HM The Queen�s Diamond Jubilee in 2012 was launched today.

PM and Culture Secretary head to Zurich for 2018 bid decision

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:11:16 GMT

England bid team gets ready for final presentation

New panel to decide UK�s next World Heritage nominations

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 18:09:29 GMT

Independent panel will meet today for the first time to start selecting the new UK tentative list of sites bidding to be awarded World Heritage status.

Turner Prize heads to Northern Ireland

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 18:07:41 GMT

UK City of Culture 2013 attracts top art prize as recruitment opens for Director and Board.

Putting film in the spotlight

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:12:52 GMT

Plans to create a more sustainable future for the British film industry were announced today by Minister for Culture and the Creative Industries Ed Vaizey.

Ed Vaizey and Feargal Sharkey launch Nottingham rehearsal space

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 15:51:48 GMT

Young musicians and producers benefit from new facilities.

Gold Challenge launch heralds 2012 legacy

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 18:22:02 GMT

Giving people the chance to rise to the 2012 challenge, try something new and raise millions for charity.

Treasure Report reveals glittering finds

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 11:13:16 GMT

A 16th Century toy coach, a Bronze Age gold bracelet and a hoard of 50,000 Roman coins are among the precious finds detailed in the 2008 Treasure Annual Report, published this week.

Jeremy Hunt joins World Cup bid team in Kuala Lumpur

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 11:11:30 GMT

England 2018 delegation present to Asian Football Confederation

Future of the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 13:05:02 GMT

At the launch of the 2008 Treasure Annual Report, Culture Minister Ed Vaizey announces the transfer of responsibility for museums and library development.

Prince of Wales Medal for Arts Philanthropy

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 16:03:35 GMT

Five honourees given medals at special ceremony.

Royal Parks photo competition

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 11:51:36 GMT

Your favourite photo of your favourite Royal Park.

IOC praises preparations for London 2012

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:17:28 GMT

Games remain on time and within budget.

London 2012 mass participation sports legacy launched

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 13:45:12 GMT

�135m lottery initiative meets Singapore promise to inspire a new generation to play sport.

The Philanthropic Challenge

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 17:49:45 GMT

Government will detail plans to boost arts philanthropy before end of this year.

Manchester gets ready for 2012 Games

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 17:28:41 GMT

Hugh Robertson sees behind-the-scenes preparations for Olympics and Paralympics.

Extraordinary Heroes Exhibition at Imperial War Museum

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:20:36 GMT

Gallery funded by Lord Ashcroft tells a story of leadership, sacrifice and endurance in extreme situations.

London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic budget report

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:25:54 GMT

Still on time, still within budget as operational phase comes into focus.

TV presenters wanted for 2012 Paralympic Games

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 16:16:23 GMT

Channel 4 search for new disabled on-screen talent.

Export bar on 18th century silver cistern

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 15:42:35 GMT

Last chance to keep British Ambassador�s wine cistern in the UK.

Jeremy Hunt�s four year vision for DCMS

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:29:21 GMT

DCMS business plan sets out how we will boost economic growth, equip the country for future success and transform the way we deliver culture, media, sport and tourism.

Government backs video games industry

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 12:05:17 GMT

Ed Vaizey supports London Games Festival.

Culture Minister defers export of Jan de Bray painting

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 10:54:53 GMT

Temporary export bar on David and the Return of the Ark of the Covenant.

UK signs film treaties with Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 17:33:26 GMT

Groundbreaking film agreements cross international boundaries and political divides.

Prime Minister announces East London �tech city� to rival Silicon Valley

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 16:54:46 GMT

Olympic Park to offer high-tech business development.

Help for graduates to access arts and creative jobs

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 11:30:57 GMT

Creative bursaries scheme launched today.

New phone app showcases Britain

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:40:24 GMT

VisitBritain and Samsung partnership aims to increase visitors to the UK.

Turner masterpiece under threat of permanent export

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:33:44 GMT

Ed Vaizey places a temporary export bar on Modern Rome � Campo Vaccino.

Diamond Jubilee Emblem Competition

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 12:04:58 GMT

Youngsters given the chance to make their mark on Jubilee Celebrations.

Changes to slot machine stakes

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 15:34:47 GMT

John Penrose announces consultation to aid struggling amusement arcades and bingo halls.

Government forced to determine levy scheme

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 11:41:22 GMT

Parties involved fail to reach agreement ahead of settlement deadline.

Frank Lampard coaches young footballers

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:43:16 GMT

FA Tesco Skills ambassador marks expansion of football skills training programme for young people.

Key buildings at RAF Northolt listed

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:45:43 GMT

Battle of Britain 70th anniversary.

Ask Ed Vaizey October 2010

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 11:47:31 GMT

Ed Vaizey�s answers to your questions.

Journey through the afterlife

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 12:30:37 GMT

Ancient Egyptian exhibition at the British Museum.

Jeremy Hunt launches Plus Tate

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 16:09:17 GMT

Tate's new collaborative initiative for the visual arts

Rural broadband pilot areas named

Thu, 19 May 2011 13:09:43 GMT

Four rural areas have been selected to pilot superfast broadband.

Spending Review 2010

Fri, 27 May 2011 12:31:45 GMT

Sporting and cultural core protected for the long term despite DCMS budget cut by 25 per cent. Money focused on the front line.

Stratford Upon Avon�s Shakespeare Centre gets Grade II listing

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:09:06 GMT

Nationally important centre is listed alongside 20th century Lodge at Birmingham University.

Get online week 18-24 October

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 17:49:33 GMT

Encouraging millions more internet users in the UK by 2012.

London 2012 Olympic Games ticket prices

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 15:48:44 GMT

Wide range of prices announced for Olympic events.

National Lottery to be reformed

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 14:59:15 GMT

Returning to original good causes will boost income by �150 million.

StreetGames gets backing from Coca-Cola

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 16:30:46 GMT

Hugh Robertson launches three year partnership.

Success for England in Delhi

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 16:59:29 GMT

XIX Commonwealth Games draws to a close.

2012 coins go into circulation

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 15:00:10 GMT

New 50 pence coins to commemorate the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games have been launched.

DCMS cuts quangos

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 15:23:58 GMT

Nineteen public bodies to be abolished or reformed.

Prime Minister welcomes FIFA President to Downing Street

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 09:40:16 GMT

David Cameron says hosting World Cup in 2018 would be an honour.

BFI London Film Festival 13-28 October

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 11:26:35 GMT

The best of world cinema brought to London audiences.

Ask Ed Vaizey

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 12:54:48 GMT

Put your questions to the Minister for Culture, Communications and Creative Industries.

A cultural calendar for 2012

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 10:52:30 GMT

Online diary to showcase cultural events during 2012

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 11:33:56 GMT

20 year vision for the future of the Olympic Park.

New savings measures for listed places of worship

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 14:24:06 GMT

Grant scheme to be revised in line with Government efficiency savings.

Our ongoing commitment to transparency

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 11:36:21 GMT

DCMS data on spend above �500 now available.

Nine communities kick start Olympic-styled school sports competition

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 10:44:01 GMT

National competition will revolutionize school sport.

Museums must think creatively about the future

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 09:56:05 GMT

Ed Vaizey sets out the future policy direction for museums.

The Turner Prize 2010

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:28:53 GMT

Exhibition opens to the public today at Tate Britain

A vision for local media

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 10:40:38 GMT

Jeremy Hunt details his plans for decentralised TV services

Review of music education

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 16:41:11 GMT

All children should be given the chance to learn an instrument.

Youth Dance England conference

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 14:02:54 GMT

A shared vision for the future

Top new facilities to prepare for 2012

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 10:02:45 GMT

Elite athletes start training in facilities replicating the conditions of London 2012

NAO gets full access to BBC accounts

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 14:32:45 GMT

The National Audit Office (NAO) is to have full access to BBC accounts for the first time.

Government Art Collection

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:08:14 GMT

First ever display in a public gallery

London Fashion Week

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 15:00:24 GMT

Value of Fashion Report demonstrates value of sector

London Design Festival 2010

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 16:16:26 GMT

Ed Vaizey launches robot writers in Trafalgar Square to kick off Design Festival

Transforming East London

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:01:36 GMT

Community leaders share their vision for the region�s future beyond 2012.

No increase in TV licence fee

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 09:38:28 GMT

The cost of the TV licence fee will not increase next April.

Open market process for the Tote launches

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 15:03:57 GMT

Next steps announced.

Become a London 2012 Games Maker

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:10:41 GMT

Anyone can now volunteer to be a part of the London 2012 Games.

Film experts meet to discuss Government support

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 11:27:57 GMT

Ed Vaizey meets key figures from the UK film industry.

The Beneventan Missal

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:21:18 GMT

A 12th Century manuscript will be returned to the city of Benevento, Italy.

Consumer Expert Group Digital Radio Report

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 09:03:51 GMT

Listeners must lead the way to radio switchover.

Launch of the Special Olympics European Summer Games

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 17:12:17 GMT

Prime Minister and Hugh Robertson join torch relay.

Sports stars celebrate London Youth Games

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 09:11:30 GMT

Former competitors join hall of fame.

Arts, Digital and Creative industries vital to economic growth

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 09:13:41 GMT

Jeremy Hunt�s Media Festival Arts speech.

4,000 historic buildings to open for free this weekend

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 09:14:58 GMT

Heritage Opens Days 9-12 September.

Sport England board appointments

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 09:19:07 GMT

Hugh Robertson has appointed six new members.

UK School Games

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 09:22:41 GMT

School-age Olympics begins in the North East.

Two years to go

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 11:35:00 GMT

Countdown to Paralympic Games begins.

Working towards an inclusive Games

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 09:24:22 GMT

The Second Annual Report of the London 2012 Equality and Diversity Forum has been published.

Youth Olympic Games

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:03:18 GMT

Success for Britain at Singapore 2010

Deputy Prime Minister welcomes FIFA inspection team

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 17:29:15 GMT

Nick Clegg tells FIFA that the Government is 100 per cent behind England�s bid to host the 2018 World Cup.

Arsenal Fanshare scheme welcomed

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 16:05:06 GMT

Hugh Robertson welcomes Arsenal�s proposed Fanshare scheme.

Future Libraries Programme

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:45:36 GMT

Ed Vaizey announces first ten areas taking part.

Ed Vaizey turns on Hertfordshire to superfast broadband

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 10:34:52 GMT

High-speed broadband no longer just a pipedream for residents of Birch Green.

Prime Minister�s Tourism speech

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 16:08:55 GMT

The Prime Minister has pledged to make Britain one of the top five tourist destinations in the world.

Two London housing estates listed

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:53:29 GMT

John Penrose announces latest batch of listing decisions.

Darwin�s home listing deferred

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 13:23:18 GMT

UNESCO says further assessment for World Heritage nomination needed.

Programme for Government: your responses

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:27:06 GMT

We respond to your comments on the Programme for Government.

Culture Minister�s new speedy surgery

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:03:31 GMT

Culture Minister Ed Vaizey will be trialling a new express surgery this morning.

Closer cultural ties for the UK and India

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:33:38 GMT

A new agreement to boost cultural activity between the UK and India was signed today.

Transport routes during the 2012 Games

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:29:28 GMT

Olympic Route Network published

Delhi Commonwealth Games 2010

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:37:40 GMT

Jeremy Hunt and Kelly Holmes meet organising committee

Secretary of State sees Magic Bus in action

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:33:00 GMT

Jeremy Hunt sees sports charity Magic Bus in action in India.

Britain open for business

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:10:36 GMT

Secretary of State Jeremy Hunt accompanies Prime Minister on India visit

2012 - two years to go

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:05:21 GMT

Today marks exactly two years to go until the opening ceremony of London 2012.

Red tape review for sports clubs

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:01:22 GMT

Sports Minister wants �bonfire of costly bureaucracy� to help increase participation.

Review of Arm's Length Bodies

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:02:10 GMT

A number of our public bodies are set to be merged, abolished or streamlined.

Road to 2012: Setting Out

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:37:39 GMT

Striking new photographic portraits of athletes, politicians and engineers unveiled at the National Portrait Gallery in London.

Hugh Robertson in Yorkshire

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:49:58 GMT

Yesterday Hugh Robertson visited Yorkshire on his first regional visit outside London.

Free-to�air listed events review

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:20:05 GMT

The list of free-to-air sports events will not be reviewed until the end of Digital Switchover.

Review of CCPR voluntary sports broadcasting code

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:30:28 GMT

Hugh Robertson calls for more funding from broadcast deals to filter down to grassroots

Changes to licensing responsibilities

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:31:10 GMT

The Prime Minister announced on 20 July that responsibility for the Licensing Act 2003, except for regulated entertainment, is being transferred to the Home Office.

Developing endowments

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 11:05:09 GMT

Museums, galleries and other cultural institutions could enjoy a more stable financial future if endowments are more widely used.

Review into abandoned betting accounts

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 13:14:45 GMT

Millions lying dormant in betting accounts could be used to improve public sports facilities and clubs.

London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games Quarterly Report

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:40:08 GMT

Still on time, still within budget.

Camille Silvy photography exhibition opens today

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 15:47:02 GMT

The first retrospective exhibition devoted to street photography pioneer Camille Silvy (1834-1910) opens at the National Portrait Gallery in London today.

A new way ahead for culture, media and sport

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:43:45 GMT

New plans for the 2012 Olympics, superfast broadband and competitive school sport were unveiled today.

Derry/Londonderry is UK City of Culture 2013

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:45:08 GMT

Derry/Londonderry is celebrating tonight as it becomes the UK�s first ever city of culture.

UK should have best superfast broadband in Europe

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 10:26:37 GMT

Broadband providers will be given a call to action by Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt tomorrow.

Frederick Cayley Robinson exhibition opens today

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:53:20 GMT

A free exhibition of one of the early 20th century�s most distinctive British painters opens at the National Gallery in London today.

Listeners lead radio�s digital future

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 16:50:56 GMT

Government is committed to digital switchover for radio, but listeners will decide when it will happen.

World Heritage applications

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 17:50:00 GMT

The list of applications for the UK�s new Tentative List of sites for World Heritage status has been published.

New support programme for libraries

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:39:18 GMT

Ed Vaizey, the Culture Minister, today moved to secure a place for libraries at the heart of the Big Society.

Your ideas for your freedom

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 14:32:29 GMT

Help us restore and defend your freedom.

Olympic-style sports competition

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:48:20 GMT

A new Olympic and Paralympic-style sports competition for young people across England was announced today.

Danny Boyle to direct London 2012 opening ceremony

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:59:01 GMT

Academy Award winner and British filmmaker Danny Boyle has been appointed to direct the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games.

Further savings announced

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:53:38 GMT

Savings of around �73 million have been made as part of our contribution to reducing the fiscal deficit.

Prime Minister's Better Public Building Award shortlist

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:32:49 GMT

The shortlist recognises 22 outstanding buildings across the country.

The restoration of Chiswick House Gardens

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:26:15 GMT

�12 million restoration unveiled.

Hugh Robertson flies to South Africa

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 17:17:43 GMT

The Minister for Sport and the Olympics will today fly out to South Africa for England�s World Cup debut match against the USA.

Promoting tourism

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 14:25:24 GMT

Jeremy Hunt sets out plans to create tourism legacy from Olympic Games and Diamond Jubilee, and pledges to boost domestic market share.

Rude Britannia

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:14:05 GMT

Exhibition of British Comic Art at Tate Britain, 9 June � 5 September

Olympic sports legacy plans

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 11:32:08 GMT

Hugh Robertson sets out his plans to reform sport and deliver a lasting legacy from the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The J G Ballard archive

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:02:29 GMT

The archive of J G Ballard, one of the most visionary British writers of the twentieth century, has been acquired by the nation.

Measures to boost local media

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 09:17:32 GMT

New plans to ensure a vibrant local media market in the future announced.

Superfast broadband for rural areas

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:03:33 GMT

New plans to bring superfast broadband to rural areas announced.

The economic impact of UK film

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 13:24:21 GMT

A report commissioned by the UK Film Council states that the UK film industry contributes over �4.5 billion a year to UK GDP and more than �1.2 billion to the Exchequer.

Have your say on our programme

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 13:24:53 GMT

The Government's Culture, Olympics, media and sport programme is online and commentable.

Exposed

Fri, 28 May 2010 12:07:36 GMT

New Tate Modern exhibition examines 'Voyeurism, Surveillance and the Camera'.

Great Western Railway Reflections

Fri, 28 May 2010 12:13:43 GMT

Exhibition at National Rail Museum in York celebrates the 175th anniversary of the founding of the GWR.

National School Sport Week

Fri, 28 May 2010 10:16:33 GMT

Hugh Robertson attends the launch of Lloyds TSB National School Sport Week.

Ed Vaizey at The Big Arts Give

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 15:22:58 GMT

Minister helps launch new challenge fund to stimulate philanthropy for culture.

2012 Olympics: May economic update

Thu, 27 May 2010 15:27:44 GMT

Latest report shows that the programme remains on time and within budget.

UNESCO World Heritage List applications

Thu, 27 May 2010 15:28:23 GMT

World Heritage for the Nation: information for applicants for the new UK tentative list

Our contribution to reducing the Government deficit

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 13:25:37 GMT

We will contribute �61 million from our budget towards reducing the Government deficit, plus savings of �27 million from the Olympics budget.

Topping out Watts Gallery

Mon, 24 May 2010 15:19:40 GMT

On Friday, Jeremy Hunt visited Watts Gallery to complete the topping out ceremony as part of its restoration.

Ministerial responsibilities announced

Thu, 20 May 2010 14:05:56 GMT

Roles and responsibilities for new ministers at the DCMS have been confirmed.

Arts, heritage and sport funding boost

Thu, 27 May 2010 15:07:46 GMT

Jeremy Hunt, Secretary of State for Culture, Olympics, Media and Sport, has given his first keynote speech.

Sports priorities

Tue, 18 May 2010 13:04:54 GMT

The new Minister for Sport and the Olympics, Hugh Robertson MP, sets out his priorities.

World Cup bid still on track

Mon, 17 May 2010 17:18:04 GMT

Sport and Olympics Minister Hugh Robertson believes Lord Triesman�s resignation will not derail bid.

New ministerial team gets to work

Fri, 21 May 2010 11:35:42 GMT

John Penrose, Hugh Robertson and Ed Vaizey comprise the new ministerial team.

David Beckham delivers bid book

Mon, 17 May 2010 08:54:52 GMT

David Beckham has delivered the bid book which we hope will help persuade Fifa to hold the 2018 World Cup in England.

Moonlight and Movement

Mon, 17 May 2010 08:53:39 GMT

Take a moonlight tour of the Government Art Collection�s building

New Culture Secretary appointed

Fri, 14 May 2010 15:25:01 GMT

Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt MP has been appointed Secretary of State for Culture, Olympics, Media and Sport.