As a culture observer, it is worth noting that the future of Aberdeen’s beloved Belmont Cinema has been brought to the attention of Scottish Culture Minister Neil Gray.

During a parliamentary session on Wednesday, January 11, North-east MSP Maggie Chapman, of the Scottish Green party, discussed the issue with the minister and requested a meeting with former Belmont cinema employees and other advocates for an independent cinema in the city.

The cinema, which has been a cultural hub for over 125 years, was forced to shut down last year when the Centre for the Moving Image (CMI) that runs it entered administration.

The Scottish Culture Minister has expressed openness to discussing options for the future of the Belmont Filmhouse in Aberdeen, signaling hope for the ongoing campaign to reopen the venue.