Calls for inquiry into Glasgow School of Art fires rejected

The Scottish Government has rejected calls for a public inquiry to be held into fires that devastated the historic Glasgow School of Art building.

Mr Robertson highlighted the “world-renowned status” of the landmark building – affectionately known as “the Mack” – and its importance to the art school, “the city of Glasgow and But Mr Robertson said while ministers had looked at the feasibility of holding a review of fire safety in Category A listed buildings, most of these properties – including the Mackintosh building – are privately owned.

Education Education Latest News, Education Education Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Scottish Government ‘does not support’ inquiry into Glasgow Art School blazesCulture Secretary Angus Robertson set out his position in a letter to a Holyrood Committee.
Source: Observer_Owl - 🏆 18. / 72 Read more »

Bursary launched in memory of 'remarkable' Glasgow School of Art photographerA fundraiser has been launched in memory of Harry Kerr, an alumnus and former staff member at Glasgow's School of Art, following his passing in 2022. To 'continue his legacy' his wife Martha hopes to gather thousands to fund five bursaries for aspiring artists.
Source: Glasgow_Live - 🏆 4. / 97 Read more »

What is happening to Glasgow School of Art's Mackintosh Building?Fire tore through the library in the Mackintosh Building at the Glasgow School of Art 10 years ago.
Source: BBCWestScot - 🏆 85. / 53 Read more »

King Charles to retain royal patronage of Glasgow School of ArtKING Charles is set to retain his royal patronage of The Glasgow School of Art.
Source: Glasgow_Times - 🏆 76. / 59 Read more »

King Charles to retain royal patronage of Glasgow School of ArtKING Charles is set to retain his royal patronage of The Glasgow School of Art.
Source: SunScotNational - 🏆 49. / 63 Read more »