Spending Review 2025 from IFS
This is not an austerity Spending Review, though much of the government’s largesse, such as it is, was focused on the first two years of the parliament.
Small charity week 23 to 28 June
Small Charity Week is a campaign to empower the UK’s small charities to have an even greater impact on society, and to address the challenges they face. Throughout the week, we provide training and events for small charities, and create a national conversation about the vital role of small charities in strengthening communities across the UK.
* small charities are those with income of less than £1m
Oblique Strategies: Brian Eno’s Prompts for Overcoming Creative Block, Inspired by John Cage
A great exploration of Eno’s work and influences. We highly recommend his Oblique Strategies if you haven’t come across them before.
The Code Economy
Fascinating read about the economic history of code. Alternatively take a look at the video.
Festival of Archaeology 2025
Advance notice for the wonderful Festival of Archaeology in July which is focused on well-being and draws on MIND’s five ways of wellbeing.
Art in the Crosshairs: How Art Endures Authoritarianism
The seven phases of artistic oppression and how to fight back (this may require signing up to Medium).