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UK City of Culture 2021 competition launched
A nationwide competition to find the next UK City of Culture has been launched by Minister of State for Digital and Culture Matt Hancock.
The competition helps cities develop a broader high quality arts and culture sector, as well as attract increased business investment and boost tourism.
Administered by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, the competition followed Liverpool's year as European Capital of Culture 2008. The first holder of the award was Derry~Londonderry in 2013, while Hull took over the title at the start of 2017.
Hancock said: “The UK City of Culture is not only a prestigious title, but as Hull has shown, it is a great opportunity to use culture as a catalyst for economic and social regeneration.
“It showcases the unique identity of our cities, helps boost tourism, and raises the profile of art and culture. I urge local authorities and partnerships across the whole UK to consider entering the competition and I hope to see plenty of ambitious, exciting and innovative bids for 2021.”
Bids for the 2021 competition must be received by 28 April 2017 after which they will be assessed by an Independent Advisory Panel.
Hull has started its year as the second UK City of Culture, opening with a fireworks display attended by 60,000 people. It is estimated that being the UK City of Culture 2017 will deliver a £60 million to Hull’s economy this year alone. The city has seen a £1 billion boost in investment since winning the title in 2013.
Councillor Daren Hale, deputy leader of Hull City Council, said: “Hull is already demonstrating how UK City of Culture can transform the fortunes of a city. Bidding and hosting UK City of Culture is part of a long-term plan to harness our city’s wonderful heritage and culture to change perceptions of the city, attract investment and create much-needed jobs for local people.
“Confidence in the city has never been higher and more than £1 billion of investment is flowing into Hull, creating thousands of new jobs. Visitor numbers are increasing, new businesses are opening in the city centre and the volume of positive media coverage Hull is enjoying in the UK and around the world is staggering.”
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