Opening Statement to the Education, Children, and Young People Committee
Bòrd na Gàidhlig’s Senior Management Team gave evidence to the Education, Children, and Young People Committee this morning as they discussed the Scottish Languages Bill. Ealasaid MacDonald, Bòrd na Gàidhlig’s Ceannard (CEO), gave the opening statement and said: “This is an important time for Gaelic, and decisions we take today will have a real impact […]
15/05/2024
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Consultation Response: Draft Guidance and General Determination for Teacher Qualification in Further Education
Bòrd na Gàidhlig has submitted a response to the Scottish Government‘s public consultation on the Draft Guidance and General Determination for Teacher Qualification in Further Education. Amongst the points raised, we said: “A range of Further Education courses either through the medium of Gaelic or with content relating to Gaelic are currently provided by UHI […]
07/05/2024
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Consultation Response: Islands Connectivity Plan – Strategic Approach and Vessels and Ports Plan
Bòrd na Gàidhlig has submitted a response to Transport Scotland‘s public consultation on the Islands Connectivity Plan – Strategic Approach and Vessels and Ports Plan. Amongst the points raised, we said: “Young people are the future of Gaelic. Good transport links allow them to meet up/interact with Gaelic speakers elsewhere and experience cultural activities, sports, […]
07/05/2024
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