East London town with industrial roots and a Ford plant legacy
A long-hidden collection by Ray Exworth has been revealed posthumously, offering unprecedented access to a body of British sculpture crafted over six decades and stored in seven sheds and shipping containers on a Cornish smallholding. The new book, Ray’s Sheds by Jem Southam, documents the works and the artist’s lifelong exploration of memory, craft, and making.
Labour leaders are racing to confirm Andy Burnham as next prime minister as leadership contest talks wane. With nominations opening mid-July, Burnham appears the clear frontrunner and could be PM within days if no challenger secures the 81 backers needed.
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society has moved its operations into a permanent space on Infirmary Street, transforming Fringe Central into a year‑round hub for artists, welfare support, rehearsal spaces and industry services. The project, funded by the UK Government and partners, is designed to support a thriving, inclusive fringe ecosystem alongside the city’s galleries and venues.