Is it acceptable for an artist to have his work produced by others? And what are the implications of the artist as businessman on conceptual art as we know it? As a new generation of artists openly declare themselves marketing men, FT arts editor Jan Dalley discusses the business of art with Jackie Wullschlager, FT visual arts critic, and Peter Aspden, FT arts and culture writer.  

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Like it or not, the vibrancy of London’s art scene is due in part to the efforts of marketeers, public relations teams and great coffee shops, says the FT’s arts writer,  

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Citing pressure of visitor numbers, the museum banned sketching at its recent “David Bowie Is” exhibition – a move that shows how hard it is for curators to reconcile accessibility and academic values, the FT’s arts writer says  

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A forthcoming season on Channel 4 aims to demystify our sexual behaviour – to be ‘open’ and ‘honest’ about a 'normal part of all our lives'. Good luck with that, says the FT’s arts writer  

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Matthew McConaughey’s career revival provides a neat case study of how an actor can wrest back control of his image. It also tells a broader story about our weakness for a certain kind of Acting.  

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When "Wuthering Heights" was released 40 years ago this year, it became the first song written and performed by a woman to reach number one in the UK charts. What was the song's — and Bush's — special appeal? Why have there been more parodies than straight covers? And why is it so popular now, with re-enactments of the music video taking place around the world? FT music writers Jude Rogers, Helen Brown and David Cheal discuss the song and its afterlife.

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Finance minister also says companies cannot pay dividends while receiving government money 

IR35 rules demanding companies check their contractors’ HMRC status are flawed and unfair, say Lords

Deans come out against government plan to cut senior executive courses from workplace training scheme

Whether renting a flat or applying for a loan, you will probably need the help of a homeowner

Readers say they fall between the cracks of government support schemes

Office group founder files lawsuit over largest investor’s decision to pull out of $3bn tender offer

Office providers warn chancellor that companies will go bankrupt without relief

Reimposition of currency controls is admission of defeat by president

The London Stock Exchange group has confirmed that it is in advanced talks to buy Refinitiv in a $27bn deal that would turn it into a global exchanges and data powerhouse. Patrick Jenkins discusses the proposed deal with Arash Massoudi, the FT’s corporate finance and deals editor.

Contributors: Patrick Jenkins, financial editor, Arash Massoudi, corporate finance and deals editor. Producer: Fiona Symon

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2019 was the year when Saudi Arabia launched a long awaited share offering in state oil company Aramco, when Softbank lost its gloss, when accounting giants tightened their belts and when capitalism went 'woke'. Janine Gibson discusses the corporate year and what it spells for next year with Tom Braithwaite and Brooke Masters.

Contributors: Janine Gibson, editor, special projects, Tom Braithwaite, companies editor, and Brooke Masters, comment and analysis editor. Producer: Fiona Symon

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The sentencing of Trump ally and political strategist Roger Stone was mired in controversy after the US president criticised a juror and the original prosecutors in the case. The same week, Donald Trump granted clemency to seven white collar criminals. Does the president have too much power over the judicial system? Brooke Masters discusses with Edward Luce and Kadhim Shubber.

Contributors: Brooke Masters, opinion and analysis editor, Edward Luce, US national editor and columnist and Kadhim Shubber, US Legal and enforcement correspondent. Producers: Fiona Symon and Persis Love.

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Confidence levels plunge as growing political crisis compounds economic damage from coronavirus

Shutdowns likely to shift energy use from fossil fuels towards wind and solar

Stuart Levey, known for tough enforcement of sanctions on Iran, will head digital currency project

European aerospace group confirms it will slash output of popular A320 single-aisle jet

Guillaume Faury tells employees in letter that lockdown threatens manufacturer’s existence

The pandemic has made airlines reluctant or unable to accept new jets

Hedge fund calls for court investigation into 2018 transfer of MyTheresa

Pandemic forces rethink of luxury industry after cancellation of fairs

Beijing wants to make companies impose obedience to China on protesting employees

Private banks are fighting to advise billionaires who want a lot for their money

Despite public anger, corporate regulation is likely to remain fragmented

Plane maker’s chief warns aerospace industry in ‘gravest crisis’ as group swings to quarterly loss amid aviation collapse

How Virgin Galactic might help the rest of the group escape the gravitational pull of coronavirus

Earnings of $3.6bn exceeded expectations ahead of collapse in global oil demand

Legislation cuts taxes for some enterprises while increasing VAT

As young renters feel the pain, parents are having to bridge the financial gaps

The time it takes for employees to be assessed is putting companies in delicate legal territory

FCA warns failure to act could count against provider’s regulatory record

Sector faces existential moment as Trump wades into debate over Covid-19 claims

Decision comes amid row between companies and insurers on what is covered under policies

Dissatisfaction grows as watchdog calls on courts to act quickly on Covid-19 disputes

Matriarch of formidable political clan was known for her sharp tongue and strong character

Deft foreign policy and Gulf war victory defined his one term in office

His 19% in 1992 was best result for independent presidential candidate in 80 years

Invest in a loan to a small business, but with a manager to assess the risk

Move means hard-hit industries face another year of high bills

The number of US deaths attributed to Covid-19 surpassed 45,000 on Friday, while the rate of new cases remained flat

In today’s news: UK warns it would be ‘irresponsible’ to discuss easing lockdown. Spain sets out plan to lift its own tough measures. Donald Trump signals a halt to his daily media briefings as US death toll accelerates.

Countingup, the business current account that “automates” your accounting, has raised £4 million in self-described bridge funding. Leading the round is ING Ventures, with co-investment from Triple Point, CVentures, and BiG Start Ventures. Founded by Tim Fouracre, who previously founded cloud accounting software Clear Books, and now boasting 20,000 business customers, Countingup’s long term vision […]

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