Scottish Artists Union

14/05/2026

Artists Are Workers: Why Scotland Must Act Now on Fair Work in Culture. A new blog post by SAU President Tamara Rogovic

“Public funding should always come with public responsibility.”

Read the full post in our link tree and website. https://www.artistsunion.scot/news-blogs/artists-are-workers-why-scotland-must-act-now-fair-work-culture

07/05/2026

Trongate 103 is central to Glasgow’s cultural life, supporting artists, artists-led grassroots organisations and communities already working under significant pressure. Its future needs to be secured in a way that reflects its value.

Read the complete SAU Statement on Trongate 103 on our website here: https://www.artistsunion.scot/news-blogs/sau-statement-trongate-103

The petition to save Trongate 103 from closure has gathered over 26,435 signatures.

If you haven’t already signed the petition to support Trongate 103, we still recommend that you do, the higher number of supporters the better. Sign here: https://www.change.org/p/save-trongate103-from-closure

23/04/2026

On April 22rd, SAU President Tamara Rogovic moved an Emergency Motion to “Defend Public Cultural Infrastructure, Workers & Communities” at Scottish TUC Congress 2026.

Thank you to delegate Dr Ankna Arockaim from the Musician’s Union, and delegate Sarah Krasewitz from the STUC LGBT+ Workers Committee for speaking in support of our Emergency Motion, and we thank all of the Trade Unions who voted to support it!

Read the SAU Emergency Motion on our linktree and the STUC website here

https://www.stuc.org.uk/news/congress2026/emergency-motion-3/

The point of this Emergency Motion is to bring attention to the issues in a national Trade Union forum, and gain the backing of Congress and the STUC General Council to carry out the actions in the motion. This gives us all more power backing us up to do further direct lobbying & campaigning. Also, bringing this to Congress puts it on the radar of the leadership in the political parties at Scottish Parliament and Councils across the country - because they pay attention to what happens at STUC Congress.

Thank you to the group of artists and cultural workers from Trongate 103 Tenants Forum (Street Level Photoworks, Glasgow Print Studio, Project Ability, GMAC, Glasgow Independent Studio, Transmission Gallery, and Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre) and the newly formed Culture Conditions campaigning group (former CCA workers and allies) for keeping us all informed as new details arise.

We welcome the April 9th Motion on Trongate 103 at Glasgow City Council which was moved by Greens Councillor Christy Mearns, with amendments made by SNP. However, we must keep pressure on the Council for immediate action. What is needed now is intervention that protects the arts organisation tenants at Trongate 103, secures affordable rents, and recognises that cultural infrastructure is part of the public good.

We encourage everyone to join in the Culture Bloc at the May Day march on Sunday May 3rd in Glasgow. Bring your fabulous signs and let’s make some noise!

All photos by Ash Alexander and Kirsty Miller (from Equity)

25/03/2026

The Scottish Artists Union stands in solidarity with the arts organisations and all those affected at Trongate 103.

Trongate 103 is central to the vital ecosystem of the visual arts sector in Glasgow and Scotland as a whole.

Support by signing the petition https://c.org/wGv6mJz2fs and attending the Community Protest in Support of Trongate 103 on Friday 27th of March, 12 - 2pm, 229 George Street, G1 1QU

18/03/2026

Member Testimonial: “It was really good to feel like I was being heard. It was a complex and unique situation and the SAU Rep Team fully understood my issue and also empathised. Having that sense of solidarity was hugely beneficial!"

We are happy to support and empower our members. Thank you for being a member of the SAU. We are stronger together!

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12/03/2026

We can't say it enough - if something doesn't feel right, whether it's the lack of a contract or a questionable one, please don’t delay in contacting the SAU Rep Team.

We are here to support and empower our members through a range of tailored resources including our members only Fair Work Contract Templates and our readily available Recommended Rates of Pay.

Knowledge is power and we are stronger together.

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26/02/2026

The SAU Rep Team works on behalf of our members and is here to support you in many ways - from dealing with challenging situations in the workplace, to providing confidential advice and offering guidance through a range of resources.

The SAU Rep Team is here to empower our members. Don't hesitate to reach out to us.

18/12/2025

Sharing in support of our member Aeneas Wilder as the community raises funds to support his recovery.

Hi everyone, We are writing on behalf of our dear friend, Aeneas Wilder. On 16 May 2025, Ae… Cinzia Mutigli needs your support for Help Aeneas Walk Again

06/10/2025

Have you checked out the Black History Month Scotland 2025 programme yet?

“Black History Month Scotland 2025 marks more than 20 years of celebrating the history, heritage and achievements of Black and minority ethnic communities across Scotland. This year’s programme offers tours, talks, exhibitions, film screenings and more.”

See link to Programme
https://www.blackhistorymonthscotland.org/whats-on

02/10/2025

We had a couple of great members 1:1 sessions today. Did you know we offer this service the first Thursday of every month?

SAU members can book a free 20 minute Practical Support Session over Zoom with our Rep Team. We provide confidential advice and offer guidance through a range of resources.

Held the First Thursday of each Month from 11-12. You'll find the sign up link in our profile. We hope to see some of you next month.

Thanks for being a member of the SAU! Take care out there. ❤️