Freelancers lift lid on rogue arts agencies

WHISTLEBLOWERS have lifted the lid on what they say is a culture of exploitation and harassment at Scottish Government-funded arts organisations.

- By News Reporter

Freelance staff are calling for ministers to get tough on rogue agencies, claiming that bullying managers pay slave wages while receiving taxpayers’ cash.

Arts workers have spoken out about their experience at organisations that get funding from Creative Scotland — the government body that awards millions to cultural projects and institutions.