May 16, 2026

UK Art

UK Art

UK economy sees surprise growth in March despite Iran war

Ruth Gregory, deputy chief UK economist at Capital Economics, said the latest growth figures would “be the high point for the year” given the effects of the war in Iran. “We would be very surprised if growth doesn’t weaken from May as the temporary boost from stockpiling unwinds and the squeeze on households’ real incomes

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King’s Speech reactions: Ticket touting legislation a ‘betrayal’

Government’s decision to deprioritise a bill on ticket touting is a “betrayal” for millions of fans, UK Music has declared. The decision to introduce the Ticket Tout Ban Bill as draft legislation, rather than a key commitment, has confirmed fears voiced by the likes of FanFair Alliance ahead of the King’s Speech yesterday (13 May).

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Half term fun at Hastings Museum & Art Gallery

Hastings Museum & Art Gallery has lots of activities for May half term | Hastings Borough Council See the latest news from Your World at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world If you are looking for something to entertain the children over May half term, Hastings Museum & Art Gallery has something for everyone.  On Tuesday 26 May, meet Fossil

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Art exhibition at Teignmouth gallery

An exhibition by Totnes-based artist Keith Woodhouse opens at the Voyage Gallery in Teignmouth in July. It will be his 20th exhibition in Devon and Cornwall, and runs from Thursday, July 23 until Thursday 30. Keith Woodhouse (Keith Woodhouse) Keith said his work is characterised by ‘witty vignettes, a riot of colour and strong use

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‘We can all coexist’: artist Es Devlin uses selfies to unite UK in portrait of a nation | National Portrait Gallery

Can a collective portrait of Britain hold together a country that feels as if it is splintering apart? That is the quietly radical hope behind Es Devlin’s new installation at the National Portrait Gallery: a living portrait comprised not of monarchs, politicians or celebrities but of thousands of ordinary faces drifting slowly into and out

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These Are Europe’s Best Cities For Art and Culture in 2026, According to Locals

Residing in a city comes with loads of perks – heterogeneous food options, exciting nightlife, and often, the convenience of having your everyday needs met within walking distance from where you live.  But, the best thing about living in a city? Well, arguably it’s having world-class culture – be it renowned museums, theatre or music

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Glasgow’s newest art mural is unveiled on tenement building

The previous mural was lost as a result of remedial works undertaken by the landlord that included resurfacing treatment to the gable end. Councillor Angus Millar, convener for City Centre Recovery at Glasgow City Council, said: “The earlier St Enoch mural was a popular part of the City Centre Mural Trail, and we were keen

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UK artist defends ‘Drawings Against Genocide’ show after cancellation | Arts and Culture News

Norfolk, United Kingdom – Matthew Collings, an English artist in his 70s, sketches on the papers in front of him at his home in the scenic coastal county of Norfolk. Over the past six years, since moving away from the art commentary and criticism that he focused on for decades, he has made more than

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Farmhouse Framed Wall Art Market in the United Kingdom | Report – IndexBox

United Kingdom Farmhouse Framed Wall Art Market 2026 Analysis and Forecast to 2035 Executive Summary Key Findings The United Kingdom Farmhouse Framed Wall Art market is characterized by a structural shift toward premiumization, with the £150–£400 retail tier expanding at an estimated 10–14% annual value growth, significantly outpacing the value segment’s 3–5% pace. This is

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Art history ‘could help medics be less judgmental when it comes to obesity’

Understanding famous pieces of art such as the Mona Lisa could help doctors be less judgmental when it comes to obesity, experts have suggested. The woman in Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic painting may have been overweight following multiple pregnancies, according to Dr Michael Yafi, who stressed that obesity was viewed as a sign of prosperity

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