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Picture: A globe among leaves and foliage. Text reads 'International Culture Strategy Consultation'

International Culture Strategy Consultation

Bòrd na Gàidhlig has submitted a response to the Scottish Government’s consultation on an International Culture Strategy. Points raised include: We would have expected some reference(s) to the role and contribution of Gaelic language and culture as a distinctive asset within Scotland’s international culture offering.  Bòrd na Gàidhlig will continue to work closely with other […]

20/04/2023

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Picture: A beach on the west coast of Scotland on a sunny day. Text reads 'Highly Protected Marine Areas Consultation'

Scottish Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) Consultation

Bòrd na Gàidhlig has submitted a response to the Scottish Government’s consultation on Scottish Highly Protected Marine Areas. The response included the following text: We are responding to this consultation because the viability of the Gaelic language rests on viable Gaelic-speaking communities: particularly those in island and rural areas in the Highlands and Islands. These […]

17/04/2023

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Picture: Gaelic-speaking community members, community officers and others gathered outside Comunnn Eachdraidh Nis in the Isle of Lewis. Text reads 'Culture in Communities - Enquiry'

Culture in Communities – Inquiry

The Scottish Parliament is currently seeking to know more about what is happening in our local communities. What works well? And what barriers are there to putting on or taking part in cultural activities?  Bòrd na Gàidhlig submitted a response on 29 March 2023.  Among the points we raised: Gaelic langauge and culture is for […]

03/04/2023

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