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If you are going to a music festival abroad, get the inside track on how to enjoy without getting into any hassle
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Application forms and guidance for holding a temporary event.
Check which attractions are eligible for the temporary reduced rate of VAT from 15 July 2020.
Amanda Spielman gave a speech at the annual Festival of Education conference.
Edinburgh Festivals - the biggest combined festivals in the country - will benefit from £1 million from the UK Government this year
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Employment Tribunal decision.
A UK-wide festival will showcase the creative and innovative strengths of the nation
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Martin Green CBE appointed
Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries outlines strength of the UK's creative industries
Ofsted's Chief Inspector reflects on the last year in education and looks forward to the opportunities and challenges ahead.
Read our essential advice for festival goers this year - how to stay safe so you can have a good time.
On Friday 13 May, a company director pleaded guilty at Milton Keynes Magistrates’ Court for supplying a man who attempted to use a counterfeit licence.
On the occasion of the 27th Budapest Pride Festival, embassies and cultural institutes expressed support for members of the LGBTQI+ community.
UKAEA to showcase robotics and engineering as an exciting career path for young people.
Communities Minister Don Foster has announced that 250 free concerts will go ahead this summer, featuring the best of local musical talent.
Foreign Office warns music fans visiting Switzerland to follow two simple steps to avoid becoming victims of crime.
Minister for Tech and the Digital Economy Chris Philp speaks about government's pro-innovation regulatory approach at Digital City Festival in Manchester.
10 iconic and sustainable British breweries are being featured on the GREAT Britain stand at Beervana in Wellington.
Read our essential advice for festival goers - how to stay safe so you can have a good time at Sziget Festival.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
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