Written question asked by Alison Taylor (Labour) on Monday, 1 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 3 June 2026. It was answered by Ian Murray (Labour) on Tuesday, 9 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.
UK Town of Culture
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, if she will make it her policy to allow an hon. Member's office to be the accountable body for Town of Culture bids for 2028 when the Local Authority is not willing to participate in the bid process.
- Answer
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We are delighted by the interest and excitement there has been in the UK Town of Culture competition. The competition has now closed and there has been strong interest from many places right across the UK.
Local authority participation is important as it will be critical for delivery. That is why published criteria stated ‘We expect bids to be from a partnership for your bidding place and include the relevant local authorities.’
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 5572
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- UK Town of Culture
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- 2026-06-09 17:15:44 +0100
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