Worcester City Council is to consult with the Government about funding for Levelling Up Culture projects in the city after a recent cut.

The Government announced its plan to withdraw funding for projects allocated by the previous Government in the Spring, before the General Election, as part of last week’s Budget from Chancellor Rachel Reeves.

Worcester was set to receive £5 million, which was to be distributed across several projects aimed at enhancing the city’s culture.

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A statement from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) reads: "Given the need to make savings, the Government has announced that it is minded to withdraw funding from the Levelling Up Culture Projects and Capital Regeneration Projects announced at Spring Budget 2024, but will consult with these places before making final decisions."

The council is welcoming the six-week consultation period as an opportunity to collaborate with its partners and advocate for funding.

Lynn Denham, leader of council, said: "Given the current economic climate we welcome the opportunity to consult with the Government.

"We recognise that the Government is in a very difficult financial position, but these projects would provide a real economic benefit to Worcester.

"We will be working positively with our partners to make a case for each of the projects.

"Worcester has a good track record of delivering projects, we will be highlighting this during the consultation.

"We are in close dialogue with our Member of Parliament, Tom Collins, who is talking to Government Ministers."

The council and its partners are currently preparing a consultation response to submit to the Government.