Arts Funding Scotland 2024-10-30
2024-10-30
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Q1
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The Liberal Democrat MP questions the government's commitment to Scottish arts funding amidst concerns about Brexit red tape and Government cuts.
What recent discussions has the Secretary of State had with the Chancellor on funding for the arts in Scotland, considering the impact of Government cuts and increased Brexit red tape which hinders British artists' access to European markets?
Scottish artists are world-renowned, and it is important for them to perform internationally. We support Scottish artists through various schemes such as the music export growth scheme, international showcase fund, and Department for Business and Trade's internationalisation fund. We engage across Government with the EU on improving arrangements for touring in Europe without free movement.
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The specific funding discussions with the Chancellor are not addressed.
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Q2
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Concerns raised about the impact of Government cuts and Brexit red tape on British artists' access to European markets, impacting their success and ambitions.
What steps is the Minister taking with other Departments to ensure that a thriving arts sector in Scotland is unimpeded by Brexit red tape?
We are supporting Scottish artists through various Government schemes such as the music export growth scheme, international showcase fund, and Department for Business and Trade's internationalisation fund. We engage across Government with the EU on improving arrangements for touring in Europe without a return to free movement.
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The specific steps taken are not detailed; engagement efforts described but no concrete actions mentioned.
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Q3
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Since being elected, a Labour MP secured a debate on the culture and economic contribution of the Edinburgh festivals. The MP questions the SNP Government's treatment of the arts and seeks UK Government support.
Does my hon. Friend agree that securing a Westminster Hall debate highlights the SNP Government's treatment of the Scottish creative sector? What will the UK Government do to secure the future of the industry, supporting thousands of writers, artists, and performers?
We welcome debates on these issues. The UK Government have supported creative industries in Edinburgh with £8.6 million for the festivals, £2 million for the King's Theatre, and £5 million across Scotland for the Burrell Collection. Millions more are committed through growth deals.
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