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Accusations over poor census communications don’t withstand scrutiny, MSPs told

Accusations of poor communication of the census “do not stand up to any fair scrutiny”, the minister responsible for the survey has said. The 2022 census has been criticised for failing to meet its 94% response rate target nationally, with just 87....

22 Sept 2022 at 14:44

Scotland

Risks to culture sector have increased ‘enormously’ after budget cut, MSPs told

The risks to Scotland’s culture sector have increased “enormously” following the 2023/24 budget settlement, MSPs have been warned. Iain Munro, chief executive of Creative Scotland, previously said the sector faces a “perfect storm” of increased ...

12 Jan 2023 at 12:18

Scotland

MSPs seek views of culture sector workers over ‘perfect storm’ of rising costs

A Holyrood committee has invited those working in the culture sector to share their views on how they are dealing with rising costs, following warnings that organisations faced a “perfect storm”. In October last year, the chief executive of ...

27 Jun 2023 at 00:01

Scotland

Holyrood committee has ‘deep and wide-ranging’ concerns over EU law Bill

A Holyrood committee has said it has “deep and wide-ranging” concerns over a UK Government Bill that would replace EU law. The Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill will see all remaining laws implemented while the UK was a member ...

15 Feb 2023 at 00:01

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Council approves plans for new ‘Home of Derry Girls’ exhibition

There was a warm welcome today for news that funding has been secured to introduce a ‘Home of Derry Girls’ pilot exhibition in the Tower Museum, as well as establish a new Derry Girls trail taking in key filming locations. Members of ...

18 Jan 2023 at 12:33

Scotland

Musicians facing ongoing challenges on tour abroad post-Brexit, MSPs told

It is “imperative” for Scottish musicians to have an income abroad amid ongoing difficulties around touring in Europe, MSPs have been told. Holyrood’s Culture Committee heard Celtic rock band Skerryvore’s recent tour did not break ...

16 Nov 2023 at 11:41

Scotland

Minister gives ‘gold-plated commitment’ to Creative Scotland on funding

Culture Secretary Angus Robertson has given a “gold-plated commitment” to arts bosses that Creative Scotland’s budget will be reinstated next year, after ministers reimposed a £6.6 million cut to its funding. The Scottish ...

05 Oct 2023 at 12:19

Scotland

Robertson: Limited time for UK Government to discuss EU law Bill with Scotland

Scotland’s Constitution Secretary has said time is running out for the UK Government to meaningfully consult with Scotland about the impacts of its retained EU law Bill on the devolution settlement. Angus Robertson hit ...

08 Dec 2022 at 12:54

Innovation needed to help culture sector as it faces ‘perfect storm’, say MSPs

Scotland

‘Perfect storm’ means innovative approach needed to help culture sector – report

Scotland’s culture sector is facing a “perfect storm” of increased costs and budget cuts, with MSPs warning the “crisis” means ministers need to develop an “innovative approach” to funding. Members of Holyrood’s ...

31 Oct 2022 at 13:37

Scotland

Culture Secretary cannot confirm funding for sector ’emerging from crisis’

Culture Secretary Angus Robertson said the Scottish Government wants to “substantially increase” funding for the arts – but could not confirm how much cash will be provided without “clarity” from the UK ...

03 Oct 2024 at 15:05

Scotland

Galleries boss tells Culture Committee she ‘honestly’ cannot rule out closures

The head of the National Galleries of Scotland has told MSPs she “honestly” cannot rule out closing galleries after years of “systemic underfunding”. Director general Anne Lyden insisted that the ...

11 Sept 2025 at 15:35

Scotland

MSPs ask if Creative Scotland ‘fully open’ over controversial art project

Arts body Creative Scotland is facing questions over whether it has been “fully open and transparent” in its dealings with a Holyrood committee as MSPs examined decisions around a sexually ...

31 May 2024 at 14:55

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