Research
In order to support decision-making and planning, it is essential that Creative Scotland and our partners have access to robust information about the Arts and Creative Industries. We undertake and commission research to better understand both public participation in, and audiences for culture, as well as the economic and social impacts of activities in the sector.
Craft in an Age of Change
 | Scotland accounts for almost 15% of the UK’s total craft businesses (3,350 from a UK total of 23,000), working predominantly in jewellery, textiles and ceramics. Craft in an Age of Change examines the place of contemporary craft at the beginning of the 21st century. This survey of over 2,000 makers, retailers, educators, writers and curators is the first of its kind to be conducted simultaneously in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Craft in an Age of Change - Summary (pdf) |
EKOS Economic Impact Scoping Study
Creative Scotland seeks to develop policies that will enhance the economic contribution of the Arts and Creative Industries. We commissioned a scoping study to review existing impact studies, scope the extent and quality of available data and recommend an approach for conducting a Scotland-wide economic impact study (EIS). This study was undertaken by EKOS Limited; they set out what is achievable through an EIS of Scotland’s arts and creative industries and how best to gather information that can be easily replicated by sector bodies.
EKOS Economic Impact Scoping Study (pdf)
NMP Review of Broadcast & TV Production Incentive Finance for Scotland
nmp were commissioned by Creative Scotland and Scottish Enterprise to provide research, analysis and recommendations to improve current public sector support which attracts and incentivises broadcast and TV production in Scotland.
NMP Broadcast & TV Production Incentive Finance for Scotland (pdf)
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