Pride in Place Roundtable
This roundtable explored how culture, heritage and active wellbeing can strengthen identity, resilience and pride in place within the Government’s Pride in Place (PiP) Programme. Hosted by Grant Taylor, a […]
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Exploring the opportunities and realities of the Visitor Levy
This roundtable in partnership with LGA and Core Cities UK focused on the implications, opportunities and practicalities of the emerging Visitor Levy. Hosted by Rob Campbell (CLOA Executive Member and […]
Data Position Statement
Purpose of the Statement CLOA recognises the critical role of robust, accessible, and standardised cultural data in shaping evidence-based policy, informing investment decisions, and supporting local authorities to deliver high-quality […]
Arts Position Statement
Purpose of the Statement To set out the association’s position regarding key issues in this sector in order to influence and shape thinking in relation to policy development. Background / […]
CLOA response to the Hodge Review
The Chief Cultural and Leisure Officers Association (CLOA) welcomes the government’s response to the Independent Review of Arts Council England and its commitment to widening access to culture across all […]
Local Government Reorganisation; a catalyst for local cultural renaissance
This thought-provoking session explored how local government reorganisation will reshape the landscape for cultural services. Hosted by the National Alliance for Cultural Services in partnership with the Local Policy Innovation […]
Consultancy Opportunity: Membership Review for CLOA
The Chief Cultural & Leisure Officers Association is seeking an experienced consultant to undertake a comprehensive review of our membership model. CLOA represents strategic leaders across culture, arts, heritage, tourism, […]
Preparing for the implementation of Martyn’s Law
This roundtable looked at how public sector culture and leisure is preparing for the introduction of Martyn’s Law – officially known as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 – […]
Cultural Strategies Think Kit
This collaborative webinar with CLOA, LGA and University of Southampton was hosted by our Chair Donna Pentelow and provided practical support for councils undertaking cultural strategies. The recording of the […]
CLOA Aspiring Leaders Awards launched
I am thrilled to announce the first ever Chief Cultural and Leisure Officers Association (CLOA) Aspiring Leaders Awards, which is an opportunity to spotlight and recognise the passion, innovation, and […]
