The introduction of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, more commonly known as Martyn’s Law, marks one of the most significant developments in public safety affecting local authorities in […]
The Chief Cultural and Leisure Officers Association (CLOA) warmly welcomes the Education Committee’s report on Reading for Pleasure and its recognition of the vital role that public libraries, schools, local […]
Purpose of the Statement To set out CLOA’s position regarding key issues in Sport, Physical Activity and Active Wellbeing to influence and shape thinking in relation to policy development. Background […]
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 and implementation […]
The theme of the conference was ‘Inclusive Growth: harnessing culture, heritage, tourism & wellbeing’ with a programme to help members explore how our services can drive equitable access, strengthen pride […]
Purpose of the Statement To set out CLOA’s position on museums in England, articulating the critical role local government plays in sustaining museum provision and influencing national policy, funding and […]
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. Context CLOA’s […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
