Trudy has welcomed today’s announcement that the constituency is to receive a share of £75m funding for the arts.
Copeland has been named as one of 54 areas to be prioritised for a share of the funding for new and established arts organisations.
The funding - announced by Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries to be overseen by Arts Council England – will transform access to arts and culture and better distribute funding to previously overlooked areas across the country.
Trudy said: “It is fantastic news that Copeland will be one of the areas prioritised for funding and support from the significant cultural and levelling up investment announced by the Government today.
“Copeland has a wealth of excellent arts and cultural venues, run by talented staff and dedicated volunteers, and this extra support will only enhance our offer even further.”
A total of 109 ‘Levelling Up for Culture Places’ have been identified by the Government to receive funding and support, of which 54 have been categorised as ‘Priority Places’, including Copeland.
Nadine Dorries, Culture Secretary, said: “I have said from day one in this role my priority is to increase access to arts and culture across the whole country.
“Today marks a big step in achieving this aim as we shift new cultural investment into places previously at the back of the queue.
“Culture enriches people’s lives. It entertains us, brings us together and can be a catalyst for regeneration. Everyone should have access to it no matter where they live or what their background.”
For the full Government press release, visit:
www.gov.uk/government/news/over-100-places-to-see-improved-access-to-cu…
