Current status: Answered by Angus Robertson on 24 March 2026
To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of whether Creative Scotland upheld its Fair Work policy commitments in its handling of the closure of the Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA), particularly regarding any decision to withhold agreed payments, in light of reported concerns in relation to the charity being left with no reserves and its staff being made redundant with no consultation, dignity or protection.
Creative Scotland embeds Fair Work as a strategic priority, and Fair Work principles informed its engagement with the CCA as the organisation faced sustained financial challenges. After detailed consideration, Creative Scotland assessed that further public funding would not resolve the underlying issues and therefore would not represent responsible or effective use of public money.
The Scottish Government recognises the significant impact of the CCA’s insolvency on staff. We continue to receive updates on engagement with the liquidators and share Creative Scotland’s aim of securing the future of the venue as an important cultural asset.