Liberty R&D programme
The Liberty R&D programme is part of Haringey Council's London Borough of Culture 2027, funded by a GLA grant.
Haringey Council accepted a £2,165,000 grant from the Greater London Authority in March 2026 to fund its London Borough of Culture 2027 programme, which includes the Liberty Festival. This decision, approved by Councillor Emily Arkell, Cabinet Member for Culture & Leisure, will enable a year-long cultural celebration. The Liberty R&D programme is part of these cultural initiatives.
The programme is themed "Rebel Borough", designed to celebrate Haringey's working-class heritage and history of grassroots changemakers. It aims to highlight the borough's role in battling discrimination and celebrating equality. The initiative is expected to feature over 500 events throughout 2027.
Key facts
- Haringey Council accepted a £2,165,000 grant from the Greater London Authority in March 2026. Source
- The grant funds the London Borough of Culture 2027 programme, which includes the Liberty Festival. Source
- The decision was approved by Councillor Emily Arkell, Cabinet Member for Culture & Leisure. Source
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