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Statement on Report on Scottish Government’s Consultation for the Scottish Languages Bill

Mairi MacInnes, Chair of Bòrd na Gàidhlig said: “We welcome this latest step by the Scottish Government in progressing the new Scottish Languages Bill. There is much in the report that relates to developments that are in place and need strengthened and expanded.” “It also shows that there is agreement with recommendations that Bòrd na […]

07/06/2023

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Bòrd na Gàidhlig commissions new research into links between wellbeing and Gaelic

As understanding and increasing wellbeing become more important in all our lives, Bòrd na Gàidhlig has awarded a commission to DC Research to carry out a study into how Gaelic enhances the wellbeing of individuals, communities and the nation as a whole. Wellbeing is increasingly recognised as a factor in a wide range of fields […]

02/06/2023

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Rural and Islands College Merger proposal: consultation

Bòrd na Gàidhlig has submitted a response to the consultation: Rural and Islands College Merger proposal. Among the points raised: We would recommend that part of the merger proposals could include plans to build capacity to deliver such a range of subjects in the medium of Gaelic, in particular to support schools. This could include […]

23/05/2023

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