The Department of Culture Media and Sport (DCMS) is seeking consultation from England’s accredited museums and galleries to gain a deeper understanding of the sector, the issues it faces and how it can be best supported by the government.

Open until 31 October, the consultation asks members of the industry what they think are the significant challenges for museums and galleries in England over the next decade and how those challenges can be addressed.

The government is also seeking opinion on what the top opportunities for museums and galleries are and how to exploit those opportunities.

Financial stability is a growing concern within the sector, with Britain’s decision to leave the European Union triggering fears that billions of pounds of funding could be lost. The DCMS survey addresses this, asking what needs to be done to safeguard the sector for at least the next decade.

Best practice is also on the agenda, with the consultation seeking examples from a number of areas including working in partnership, shared services, diversifying income, use of digital and programming.

The Museums Review was first announced in the government’s Culture White Paper, which laid out strategy for arts and culture for the first time in more than half-a-century.

“The government is committed to ensuring that arts and cultural experiences, including those offered by museums and galleries, are available to, and benefit, everyone and not just the privileged few.” said a statement.

“In particular, the review will cover increasing and diversifying participation? developing local communities? supporting soft power? and creating a resilient museums sector.”

The review is expected to be completed during the financial year 2016-2017, with the DCMS also planning to conduct separate reviews into Arts Council England (ACE) and the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF).

To contribute to the review, click here.