Decision Maker: Strategy and Resources Policy Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 2, 2026

Purpose: To seek approval to accept and spend a one-year extension grant from Arts Council England (ACE) National Portfolio for Bristol Museums and Museum Development South West (MDSW), continuing the current 2023–27 programme into 2027–28.

Content: That the Strategy and Resources Committee (unanimous vote in favour):   1. Approved the proposal to accept and spend a one-year extension grant from Arts Council England (ACE) National Portfolio for Bristol Museums and Museum Development South West (MDSW) and to continue the existing (2023-27) funded programmes of activity in 2027-28.   2. Authorised the Executive Director for Growth and Regeneration in consultation with the Chair of the Strategy and Resources Committee to take all steps required to apply for, accept and spend funding in accordance with the grant agreement as required by Arts Council England and associated grant funded activity plans for Bristol Museums and for Museum Development.