Accreditation survey

The views of museum colleagues are needed to help guide the development and build on the success of the Museum Accreditation Scheme. Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLA) has an online questionnaire available as part of the wider consultation process to capture views on the future of museums and how to strengthen and update the scheme.

The online questionnaire is now available and takes up to 20 minutes to complete.

As part of the consultation, MLA has organised a series of consultation events across England and Wales with external facilitators as an opportunity for the museum sector to openly discuss experiences and views.

The full list of events is available on the Developing Accreditation page. Please email accreditationreview@mla.gov.uk to book a place.

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Notes to Editors

1. The MLA is the government's agency for museums, libraries and archives. Leading strategically, we promote best practice to inspire innovative, integrated and sustainable services for all. Visit www.mla.gov.uk 
2. MLA’s Accreditation Scheme sets nationally agreed standards for museums in the UK. The Standard supports museums in identifying opportunities for further improvement and development. There are currently over 1800 museums participating in the Scheme, demonstrating their commitment to managing collections effectively for the enjoyment of all communities. For further information see http://www.mla.gov.uk/what/raising_standards/accreditation
3. Arrangements for support and advice in each English region following the MLA restructure are now in place (no changes to support in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have occurred). Regional Accreditation Advisers, funded through the Renaissance scheme, are in post in 8 of the 9 English regions, the remaining post, for the East Midlands, is currently being recruited. The Advisers will be key contacts, liaising with museums, Museum Development Officers (where present), Curatorial Advisers, Accreditation Assessors, Renaissance teams and MLA to ensure all applicants have the advice and support they need. Contact details for these advisers can be found on our website (http://www.mla.gov.uk/what/raising_standards/accreditation).
4. MLA are currently in discussion with NIMC and MGS about running events in Northern Ireland and Scotland. Details to follow shortly.