CCA Declares Bankruptcy, Moves to Liquidation
The Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA) in Glasgow has announced its immediate shutdown and entered liquidation. This decision comes as a shock to staff, who were informed during a video call. In an email update to partners, the CCA confirmed that it would cease operations and terminate all contracts.
Impact of Bankruptcy on Staff and Operations
As of March 2024, the CCA employed 39 full-time staff, with additional workers relying on freelance and contractual roles. Despite receiving public funding, the organization could no longer sustain its operations due to ongoing financial difficulties.
- The CCA opened in 1992, replacing the Third Eye Centre.
- The Third Eye Centre operated from 1975 until its closure in 1991 due to funding issues.
- The CCA has faced two closures in the past two years, highlighting its precarious financial situation.
Recent Developments Leading to Liquidation
The CCA’s struggles intensified despite securing £3.4 million in funding from Creative Scotland in January 2025. This funding allowed for a reopening after a previous shutdown due to financial uncertainty. Additionally, the center faced protests, including one linked to the Palestinian academic and cultural boycott of Israel.
Cultural Loss to Glasgow and Scotland
The liquidation of the CCA marks a significant loss for the cultural landscape of Glasgow and Scotland as a whole. The organization was a hub for artists, audiences, and community engagement.
Upcoming events, including a drumming championship and an exhibition, have been cancelled as part of the shutdown. The CCA’s board, which notably saw its chair resign after just 35 days, has faced considerable challenges in addressing the ongoing crisis.
In light of recent events, the well-being and dignity of the remaining staff have been prioritized, and the CCA’s leadership acknowledged the profound loss felt by the community.
The Bell will provide an in-depth look at how this once-prominent arts organization lost its trajectory in an upcoming feature. Stay informed about the ongoing developments in Glasgow’s cultural scene at Filmogaz.com.
