Highland could become an 'area of linguistic significance'
Highland Council is considering designating its region as an area of linguistic significance under the new Scottish Languages Act. This designation aims to support the Gaelic language and is expected to bring economic and educational benefits. The council's Gaelic committee will review the proposal next week, highlighting the importance of Gaelic growth for economic resilience.
- ▪Highland Council has proposed to designate the region as an area of linguistic significance.
- ▪The designation is intended to confirm the council's commitment to the Gaelic language.
- ▪There are 18,552 people in the Highland Council area with Gaelic skills according to census data.
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Highland could become an 'area of linguistic significance'38 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGetty ImagesHighland Council has proposed using powers in the new Scottish Languages Act to designate its region as an area of linguistic significance (ALS).In a new report, it said the status would confirm its "clear commitment" to Gaelic.It said evidence from Irish Gaeltacht areas suggested the designation could bring economic and educational benefits.There are 18,552 people in the Highland Council area with Gaelic skills, according to the latest census data.More stories from the Highlands and IslandsNews from the Highlands and Islands on BBC SoundsGaelic and Scots were recognised as official languages as part of a range of new measures that came into force on St Andrew's Day last…
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