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Scottish Members Encouraged to Submit Stories to Scottish Parliament

Scottish Parliament’s Culture, Tourism, Europe and External Affairs Committee is undertaking an inquiry into the impact of Covid-19 on the culture and tourism sectors. They’re keen to hear from artists, including individual musicians, to bolster their understanding.

Published: 20 May 2020 | 12:00 AM Updated: 28 April 2021 | 4:30 PM
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There is no deadline for written responses – and views are welcome in English, Gaelic, Scots or any other language. Photo: Shutterstock

The Committee would like to hear the views and experiences of as many artists across as broad a spectrum as possible of the creative arts – including individual musicians.

They want to understand concerns both about the impact of Covid-19 and the support that is being provided by the Scottish Government and UK Governments.

How to respond

There is no deadline for written responses – and views are welcome in English, Gaelic, Scots or any other language.

You’ll find a template document, which you can use to write up your views, on the Scottish Parliament’s website – complete this and return it to europe@parliament.scot

Submit your response now

Any questions – please get in contact with europe@parliament.scot who will be happy to help.

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