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Boris Johnson calls for continued arts investment
15th Nov 2010
Launching his arts strategy for the capital � Cultural Metropolis � Johnson said that both private and public funding streams need to be maintained and that �this is not a time to be lowering our ambitions�.
He added: �London�s arts and cultural organisations already do a great job at fundraising, but they can�t be expected to defy the laws of economic gravity in a prolonged downturn and in the face of necessary austerity measures.
�Creative thinking and innovation is vitally important to the health and wealth of this great city and that is exactly why I am advocating through my Cultural Strategy that continued support and investment in the creative economy is crucial to sustaining the wellbeing of London and the nation.�
Culture minister Ed Vaizey said: �London�s creative influence generates opportunities across the country. The forthcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games is a clear example of this. Not only does 2012 provide a perfect platform to showcase London to the world, but it presents an opportunity to improve the lives of people in London and beyond. I look forward to working with the Mayor to support his ambitious cultural goals.�
Cultural Metropolis focuses on five key areas. These include ensuring there are opportunities within the sector through education, skills and careers, improving the physical infrastructure and environment and maximising the cultural opportunities of London 2012.
Source: The Stage
