Jersey’s government spent more than £10m on arts and culture projects in 2024, according to a new report.
The funding, which accounts for 1% of the government’s net revenue expenditure, was granted for the purposes of artistic, educational and cultural enrichment.
The Arts, Culture and Heritage Delivery Update 2024 showed 80% of the £10.2m fund was split between five major grant recipients, including ArtHouse Jersey, Jersey Arts Centre, Jersey Heritage Trust, Jersey Opera House and Ballet de Jèrri.
Deputy Kirsten Morel, Minister for Sustainable Economic Development, said the report “highlights the power of public investment”.
Outside of the five main recipients, remaining funds were distributed between smaller projects including festivals, musicians and exhibitions, said the report.
Jon Carter, chief executive of Jersey Heritage, which received the largest level of funding at £5.8m, said it allowed them to introduce free entry to Jersey Museum in 2024, leading to a 89% rise in visitors.
Jersey Arts Centre reported a record-breaking year with 36,746 people attending, while 8,000 people were able to attend free performances at Ballet d’Jèrri, according to the report.
Morel said: “This delivery report is an important step in our journey to further embed arts, culture, and heritage at the heart of Jersey’s society and economy.
“The report highlights the power of public investment as we continue to encourage creativity within the community.”
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