£100m boost for Scotland's arts sector, first minister pledges

The Stage

18 Oct 2023

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by Fergus Morgan

Grassroots organisation Campaign for the Arts hailed the £100 million pledge as “hugely significant” and echoed the call for the Scottish government to deliver extra funding quickly.

In a statement, it said the extra funding would “benefit millions” but that “to prevent closures and job losses, the Scottish government needs to act fast”.