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Orchestras: Government Assistance

Commons · Question 110118 · Tabled 2 Feb 2026 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 6 Feb 2026

Question

Asked by Simon Opher

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what steps she is taking to support orchestras.

Answer

Answered by Ian Murray, 6 Feb 2026

The Government is proud to champion our world-class orchestras and musicians, and help them to thrive. Through Arts Council England’s (ACE) 2023-26 National Portfolio Investment Programme, more money is going to more orchestral organisations in more parts...