The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has today confirmed the members of his Mayoral Cultural Leadership Board for 2025-28. Norwich Theatre chair, Tom Sleigh will co-chair the board, alongside cultural and creative industries consultant, Amanda Parker, who was previously Vice Chair.
The Mayor has appointed 20 individuals to help steer the delivery of his cultural priorities, shape his culture strategy and advise on key issues facing the creative industries. The board brings together members with a range of skills and expertise from music and games to education, cultural infrastructure and health.
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: “I’m delighted to announce the members of my Cultural Leadership Board. The board brings together an invaluable range of knowledge and experience. Culture is a key part of London’s success, and we will continue to do all we can to increase access to culture and support artists, venues and workspaces as we build a better London for everyone.”
Tom Sleigh, Chair of Norwich Theatre and former Chair of the Barbican Arts Centre, said: “London’s cultural heartbeat is the rhythm of its people—diverse, dynamic, and daring. As co-chair of the Mayor’s Cultural Leadership Board, I am committed to amplifying voices from every corner of our city and supporting the Mayor’s Culture Strategy. Together, we’ll ensure our cultural policies reflect our rich heritage and inspire innovation and inclusivity for generations to come.”
Amanda Parker, Cultural and Creative and Industries Consultant, said: “I’m delighted to return to the Mayor of London’s Cultural Leadership Board as co-Chair. The convening of this group of innovators, connectors and inspiring leaders excites me: the breadth and diversity of experience represented by its members is indicative of the range and richness of London’s own cultural offer. I know I speak on behalf of the group when I say we’re thrilled to add our expertise to London’s economic and social growth, informing and supporting the Mayor’s Culture Strategy to harness and catalyse creativity across all London boroughs.”
Sadiq is committed to increasing access to culture and supporting and celebrating the capital’s culture and creative industries, which bring £51.7bn to the economy each year and account for one in five jobs. They are a key part of the Mayor’s London Growth Plan, which is designed to kickstart productivity and boost the economy.