We are currently consulting on proposals to introduce new processes of self-assessment and peer review for all our regularly funded organisations. Visit www.artscouncil.org.uk/consultation, or click on the image to the right to read the consultation document and respond online.

Our Chief Executive, Alan Davey, gave a lecture to a packed audience at the RSA on ‘The courage of funders: risk and innovation in an age of artistic excellence’. Click on the image to the right to read the full transcript and watch the video

Our mission for the next three years is great art for everyone. Our plan, Great art for everyone 2008-2011 sets out how we will do it. Visit www.artscouncil.org.uk/plan to find out more.

Own Art, the Arts Council's interest free loan scheme, is now open to new galleries interested in joining the membership. The application round closes on 9 January 2009. For more information on how to apply, click the image on the right

A two-year pilot programme offering free theatre tickets to under-26-year-olds has been announced by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). To find out more, click on the image to the right.

This week, Radio 4 is broadcasting a week of evocative essays and poems written and read by major writers on the theme of 'Made in England'

Our Own Art scheme, which makes it easy and affordable for everyone to buy contemporary works of art, has launched www.myownartcollection.org.uk. Create a virtual room for a chance to win £500 to buy a real piece of art for your home