Victoria & Albert Museum Reveals Strategy After Launching Voluntary Exit Scheme
07-10-2026 16:36 via artnews.com

Victoria & Albert Museum Reveals Strategy After Launching Voluntary Exit Scheme

After a summer of back and forth with its staff over strikes, pay and working conditions, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London is launching a voluntary exit scheme as part of its strategy for 2026 through 2030.A spokesperson for the museum told ARTnews that “Like many organizations, the V&A is facing rising operating costs, driven by inflation, economic uncertainty, and reduced visitor spending. While we continue to receive government support, below-inflation settlements mean a rea
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