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Experimental Culture: Provocations

We've published a rapid horizon scan of the arts and culture sector to support the development of Arts Council England’s forthcoming ten-year strategy to 2030.

In Creative economy & culture Futurescoping

We invited a selection of experts, practitioners and leaders from the sector to write short provocations in response to the report, highlighting the most pressing questions for arts and cultural organisations.

Browse the full report and have you say in Arts Council England's consultation.

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Challenge Works designs and runs challenge prizes to spark innovation in science, technology and society.

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Experimental Culture: Provocations

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Experimental Culture: Provocations

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