Cambridge Junction thanks gig goers and funders for support

One of the region's major art venues has announced it is furloughing staff.

Cambridge Junction, which hosts music and comedy gigs, as well as other live performances said it had been forced to make the move over financial constraints caused by the Covid-19 crisis.

Like many venues across the region It has been forced to cancel or postpone dozens of shows.

In an email to "all our audiences, residents, associates, board, stakeholders and staff" Matt Burman, the Artistic Director said:

Mr Burnam thanked the Arts Council England and Cambridge City Council for their continued support and that of the audience:

Fans have donated ticket money to the venue

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