Department for Culture, Media and Sport: News stories

Top chef praises entrepreneurial opportunities in UK

Thu, 24 May 2012 17:49:03 GMT

French cooking legend launches film for GREAT campaign.

International sports federations learn from Britain�s successful preparations for London 2012

Thu, 24 May 2012 17:05:43 GMT

Sports Minister addresses SportAccord conference in Quebec City.

Minister backs initiative to take disabled servicemen from 'Front Line to Start Line'

Tue, 22 May 2012 17:19:58 GMT

Hugh Robertson lends support to project helping injured service personnel compete in the Paralympics.

Three quarters of councils have completed their broadband plans, Jeremy Hunt announced today

Wed, 23 May 2012 11:52:07 GMT

Find out how plans in your area are progressing.

100 days until the London 2012 Paralympic Games

Mon, 21 May 2012 15:39:35 GMT

The final countdown to the 'biggest Paralympics ever' begins.

�Britain�s moment to shine�

Fri, 18 May 2012 17:33:57 GMT

Deputy PM says Olympic Torch will showcase best of Britain.

Olympic Flame handed over to London 2012

Thu, 17 May 2012 18:08:03 GMT

HRH the Princess Royal heads delegation in Athens.

Government Olympic Communication service to launch

Fri, 18 May 2012 11:14:05 GMT

Dedicated team for government communications during London 2012 opens for business this week.

UK Inspire Day celebrates the spirit of the Games

Tue, 15 May 2012 18:29:17 GMT

More than 10m people have taken part in thousands of projects in sport, the arts and volunteering.

Wearmouth and Jarrow World Heritage bid withdrawn

Tue, 15 May 2012 18:14:29 GMT

Decision follows ICOMOS evaluation report�s recommendations.

Celebrate iconic live performance during �music is GREAT week�

Tue, 15 May 2012 17:04:19 GMT

Compilation pulls together the best of British live music.

�400k boost for UK film production and a new approach to film education

Tue, 15 May 2012 12:28:15 GMT

Government responds to the recent film policy review.

Plan ahead for Diamond Jubilee weekend

Fri, 11 May 2012 10:59:46 GMT

Visit Directgov website to help you get the most from the events.

Could you help save Manet masterpiece for public display?

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:58:24 GMT

�1m needed to keep Manet�s Portrait of Mademoiselle Claus in the UK.

Better video games age-rating system proposals

Thu, 10 May 2012 13:30:36 GMT

New system to give parents more confidence that children can only get suitable games.

Application process for new local TV channels launched

Thu, 10 May 2012 12:00:49 GMT

Bidding opens for operators to win local licences across the UK.

Olympic Flame lit for London 2012

Thu, 10 May 2012 17:26:31 GMT

Ceremony held in Ancient Olympia.

First World War airfield listed

Thu, 10 May 2012 10:34:16 GMT

Site which protected London will now be protected for future generations.

Prince becomes School Games President

Wed, 09 May 2012 18:05:24 GMT

Appointment announced as 2012 school sport competition comes to an end.

Measures to protect children announced

Wed, 09 May 2012 15:10:11 GMT

Government reveals further plans to prevent commercialisation and sexualisation of childhood.

Communities across the country encouraged to celebrate �Host a Nation Week�

Fri, 04 May 2012 16:11:04 GMT

Online toolkit launched for local communities wanting to get involved.

Twenty-seven cities in running for ultrafast broadband cash

Fri, 04 May 2012 12:55:47 GMT

Jeremy Hunt announces eligibility criteria for second round of funding.

UK and Japan joint statement

Wed, 02 May 2012 16:52:42 GMT

Ministers discuss cooperation on internet policy.

Oxford Street launches Great British Fashion Flag Showcase

Thu, 03 May 2012 17:14:54 GMT

Iconic high street kick starts Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

Best of British culinary talent celebrated at Downing Street

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:43:30 GMT

Number 10 launches Food is GREAT.

London 2012 Festival line-up announced

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:49:51 GMT

25,000 artists from around the world including Stephen Fry, Ai Wei Wei and Jay-Z will take part.

Cutty Sark reopens

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:44:38 GMT

Conservation of nineteenth-century tea clipper completed.

Ballot opens for accessible viewing areas for Diamond Jubilee

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:08:26 GMT

Chance to apply for designated spaces.

Thousands take part in Olympic exercise

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:00:47 GMT

Testing the effectiveness and resilience of key Games-time roles.

Jeremy Hunt calls for �transformation in disability sport�

Thu, 17 May 2012 16:51:47 GMT

Sports bodies come together at first Disability Sport Summit.

100 days to London 2012

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:29:22 GMT

Games aim to �inspire a generation�

Largest digital TV switchover takes place

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:44:53 GMT

90 per cent of the UK now getting improved service.

UK and China launch 'cultural dialogue�

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:48:03 GMT

London�s V&A Museum hosts first annual meeting.

Ballot for ringside seat at Jubilee celebrations

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:00:17 GMT

Public can apply for seats near the Palace as details of procession route are also revealed.

Japan and China get a taste of GREAT Britain

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:02:16 GMT

Campaign to showcase the best of the UK reaches south east Asia.

Internship scheme for arts graduates celebrates success

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:22:12 GMT

Recipients get new roles as pilot phase draws to a close.

London 2012 inspires BME sports players

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 10:16:30 GMT

Survey shows Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) people motivated to do sport, voluntary work or cultural activities in the run up to the Olympic year.

Shipshape photos could win top prizes

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:45:33 GMT

National Historic Ships UK launches its third annual photography competition.

Red Tape Challenge turns spotlight on recreation sector

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:27:23 GMT

Government asks sport, heritage, gambling and lottery industries to name and shame regulations they want to scrap.

Details of �90m payout to racing from Tote sale unveiled

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:14:54 GMT

Racing�s share of sale proceeds will be delivered through charity and grants.

London 2012 hailed as �legacy blueprint�

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:38:44 GMT

International Olympic Committee (IOC) chief praises UK during final visit before the Games.

AFC Wimbledon rewarded for community work

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 11:52:33 GMT

Minister for Sport presents club with Big Society Award.

New Chair of Arts Council England to be appointed

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 10:34:36 GMT

Search begins for someone to take up role in 2013.

Budget boost for creative industries

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:32:53 GMT

Tax relief proposals for animation, video games and high-end TV production industries.

Ten Super-Connected Cities announced

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:49:06 GMT

Chancellor reveals cities to share �100m to introduce ultra-fast broadband, with additional �50m for further roll-out.

Diamond Jubilee window unveiled

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 12:56:10 GMT

Stained glass window presented as a gift from Parliament.

Torchbearers and street route for Olympic Flame revealed

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:41:50 GMT

Thousands of people will take turns to carry the Torch around the UK.

GREAT campaign heads Down Under

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:42:13 GMT

Melbourne becomes the latest destination for the campaign ahead of this weekend's Australian Grand Prix.

English Tourism Week

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:38:31 GMT

From Bath to Birmingham, John Penrose marks the week with seven days of activity.

Civic Honours competition results announced

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 12:56:15 GMT

Three places given city status in honour of The Queen�s Diamond Jubilee.

Number 10 staff curate new art exhibition

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 17:27:07 GMT

Get a glimpse behind the scenes of 10 Downing Street.

GREAT campaign kicks off in Rio de Janeiro

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 11:22:22 GMT

2016 Olympic host city celebrates best of British.

Local authorities meet broadband deadline

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 11:51:23 GMT

Superfast broadband procurement moves forward in many areas � with two exceptions.

Italian masterpiece acquired for the nation

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:24:58 GMT

Painting to go on display thanks to tax scheme.

Holidays at Home are GREAT

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:24:26 GMT

A campaign has been launched today encouraging people to choose �staycations�.

Sports Minister outlines sports legacy of London 2012 during opening of iconic Europa Centre

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 18:05:15 GMT

London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games will be the catalyst for a revolution in British sport at all levels over the next decade.

World Book Day 2012

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 17:18:06 GMT

Authors, illustrators, books and reading celebrated across the globe.

Lennon and McCartney�s childhood homes listed

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:30:45 GMT

Houses in Liverpool where The Beatles wrote their early songs including Please, Please Me are given special status.

Award puts Diamond Jubilee spotlight on volunteering

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 17:52:52 GMT

Nominations open for special award.

150 days until the Games begin

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:48:55 GMT

150 ways the Olympics are helping people and places all around the UK.

Latest Olympic Quarterly Report published

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 11:22:52 GMT

Anticipated final cost reduced by �211 million since 2010 Spending Review.

�15m to be invested in cultural education

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 12:52:26 GMT

Government announces plans to build on recommendations of Cultural Education Review.

UK City of Culture to continue

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 16:14:40 GMT

Competition will be held to find title-holder for 2017.

Sugar cube Number 10 on display in Downing Street

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 14:26:36 GMT

PM�s residence hosts latest display of contemporary craft and design.

London Symphony Orchestra wins 2012 contract

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 15:57:34 GMT

LSO to record core orchestral soundtrack for London 2012 Opening and Closing Ceremonies.

Government and football bodies tackle discrimination

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:55:21 GMT

Authorities unite at Downing Street summit.

Successful applicants for digital arts scheme announced

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:28:11 GMT

53 organisations to take part in Arts Council and BBC project The Space.

�180m scheme to tackle TV signal interference

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:36:42 GMT

Mobile operators to help solve problems caused by 4G services.

Victoria Beckham becomes GREAT ambassador

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:55:55 GMT

Fashion icon to act as international ambassador for tourism campaign.

Olympic Park construction chief to share lessons

Sun, 20 May 2012 11:33:59 GMT

Report will provide advice for future British success.

Soaring lottery sales spell more cash for the arts

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:54:25 GMT

An extra �200 million could go to the sector.

200 days until Paralympic Games

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 12:07:55 GMT

Just 200 days to go until the largest Paralympic Games ever.

�230,000 grants for library projects

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:09:29 GMT

Thirteen schemes to receive money through the Libraries Development Initiative.

GREAT goes global

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:31:14 GMT

90 million people to see adverts in Britain�s biggest ever international tourism campaign.

�1 million grant for Bomber Command Memorial

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:02:12 GMT

Heritage Minister announces Government boost for Green Park monument.

Ten museums could win �100k prize

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:35:07 GMT

Art Fund Prize 2012 longlist announced.

12k schools in School Games as Flintoff and Lewis become sports ambassadors

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:06:04 GMT

Government reveals support for school sports competition and new 'Sport is GREAT' campaign.

Official Diamond Jubilee photographs released

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:49:52 GMT

Specially commissioned photographs of The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh to mark the 60th anniversary of The Queen�s Accession.

Hajj: journey to the Heart of Islam

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:24:01 GMT

Major exhibition opens at the British Museum.

Public urged to �Get Ahead of the Games�

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:28:11 GMT

A national campaign has been launched today to encourage the public to plan their travel during London 2012.

Third of English councils are set to go with broadband

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 18:35:18 GMT

Good progress is being made by most local authorities developing plans to roll out superfast broadband says Ed Vaizey.

Creative Industries Council urges action to improve skills and training

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:27:05 GMT

Council endorses report into improving skills of people working in the sector.

Tourism Regulation Taskforce proposals published

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:34:42 GMT

Recommendations from independent panel for widespread deregulation of the tourism and hospitality industries.

Extra �500m funding for sport

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:05:12 GMT

Changes to lottery share boost funding over the next five years.

New head of Youth Sport Trust appointed

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 16:43:55 GMT

Culture Secretary welcomes former UK Sport Chief Executive John Steele to new role.

Arts Council England announces �60m funding for Renaissance Major partner museums

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:24:25 GMT

16 museums from Beamish to Bristol to share three-year funding package, in 'a good week for museums'.

�4 million grants for English museums

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:54:56 GMT

Ed Vaizey announces funding to help improve 36 museums and galleries through the DCMS/Wolfson Museums and Galleries Improvement Fund.

London 2012 anti-doping laboratory unveiled

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 15:28:30 GMT

Olympics Minister tours the facility.

�75K scheme to fund craft in museums launches

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:42:18 GMT

Art Fund and Crafts Council celebrate fifth year of initiative.

Recommendations for future of British film revealed

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:09:57 GMT

Independent review of film policy published.

Premier League 4 Sport programme smashes engagement targets

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:51:22 GMT

Jeremy Hunt hails scheme to get more young people engaged in sport as four more sports are added and Premier League invests further �2m.

Mobile phone industry asked for views on using �150 million to eliminate mobile not-spots

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:08:04 GMT

Plans to extend mobile coverage to 99% of UK population.

Four thousand new sports clubs and �10 million Sainsbury�s investment to inspire a new sporting generation

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:45:48 GMT

Jeremy Hunt unveils �1 billion strategy that delivers on 2012 Games promise.

First 2012 Cabinet meets at Olympic Park

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 17:48:40 GMT

Ministers mark 200 days to the Games by visiting venues to be used this summer.

Brits called on to �share your Great Britain�

Sun, 20 May 2012 12:03:53 GMT

VisitBritain launch new phase of marketing campaign.

Building where Enigma Code was cracked listed by John Penrose

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:07:35 GMT

World War 2 heritage further protected.