On December 19, around a thousand demonstrators protested outside the Regional Hotel in Nantes against significant budget cuts proposed for the cultural sector, which were announced by Christelle Morançais, the president of Pays de la Loire. The budget aims for…
The Italian government is pushing to finalize its budget maneuver in Parliament, with a deadline for the budget bill review set for December 17. Tensions are high as opposition parties express frustration over the exclusion of their amendments. Key proposals…
After eight years since the collapse of the Agiasos Reading Room Theatre stage, which fell under the weight of snow, the Greek Minister of Migration has signed funding of €1.44 million for its restoration. The project is set to be…
Raffaele Fitto has stepped down from his position as Italy’s Minister for European Affairs to take on the role of Vice President of the European Commission. His resignation raises concerns over significant budget cuts to cultural funding, with the total…
The city of Bern has implemented new cultural funding reforms that require venues to pay artists a minimum wage of 500 Swiss francs per performance, creating a stir within the local music scene. Many establishments, particularly smaller ones like Café…
The Dutch government has announced the cancellation of a proposed VAT increase from 9% to 21%, a decision welcomed by cultural and sports organizations. The Finance Minister, Sigrid Kaag, reversed the measure amid opposition pressure, preventing higher prices for books,…
