These framework documents set out the broad governance framework within which our public bodies and Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) operate. This includes the core responsibilities as well as the governance and accountability framework that applies between the roles of DCMS and our public bodies.
Updates to this page
Published 28 September 2022 Last updated 6 February 2025 +show all updates
Added the British Museum framework document
Added link to National Lottery Community Fund framework document.
Added the Sports Ground Safety Authority framework document 2024-2027.
Added British Tourist Authority framework document 2024-2027.
Document added: National Heritage Memorial Fund framework document 2024-2027
Added link to Historic England framework document.
Added the Horserace Betting Levy Board framework document.
New framework added: Sport England framework document 2023
Added Gambling Commission framework document.
New framework added: UK Anti-Doping framework document 2023-2026
Added the National Archives framework document.
Added National Citizen Service Trust framework document
Link to Charity Commission framework document 2023 and accompanying MoU added to page.
