1. Driving growth in Gaelic and island communities

    Developing Gaelic to boost Scotland’s economy

  2. Short Life Working Group on Economic and Social Opportunities for Gaelic report: SG response

    Our response to the recommendations made by the Short Life Working Group on Economic and Social Opportunities for Gaelic.

  3. Freagairt Riaghaltas na h-Alba ri Aithisg na Buidhne-obrach Geàrr-ùine air Cothroman Eaconamach is Sòisealta don Ghàidhlig

    Freagairt Riaghaltas na h-Alba ri molaidhean na Buidhne-obrach Geàrr-ùine air Cothroman Eaconamach is Sòisealta don Ghàidhlig

  4. Promoting Gaelic in Islay

    Support for local projects.

  5. Protecting Gaelic and Scots

    Scottish Languages Bill passes first stage.

  6. 1+2 languages policy: findings from the 2023 survey of local authorities

    Findings of a 2023 survey of local authorities on the implementation of the 1+2 languages policy in schools. The key finding is that it confirms nearly all primary and secondary schools now deliver language learning from P1 and through the Broad General Education.

  7. Community Learning and Development in Scotland and internationally: literature review

    This literature review documents research on Community Learning and Development (CLD) delivered within Scotland and internationally. The review forms part of the evidence base collected as part of the Independent Review of CLD, led by Kate Still.

  8. Community Learning and Development (CLD) - Statistics Brief

    This statistics brief presents data relevant to CLD in Scotland. While the Scottish Government does not collect or publish data on participation in, and the impact of, CLD, several sources provide information on the communities CLD is trying to reach.

  9. Independent Review of Community Learning and Development: consultation analysis

    This report summarises responses to the call for evidence on the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD) in Scotland. Findings are set out under the four main themes for the Review.

  10. Community Learning and Development in Scotland and internationally: literature review - plain language summary

    A plain language summary of the literature review which documents research on Community Learning and Development (CLD) delivered within Scotland and internationally. The review forms part of the evidence base collected as part of the Independent Review of CLD, led by Kate Still.

  11. New Scots Refugee Integration Delivery Project: funded projects analysis

    Research findings from qualitative analysis of monitoring returns provided by organisations funded through the New Scots Refugee Integration Delivery Project.

  12. Aithris Bhliadhnail air Plana Nàiseanta nan Eilean 2023

    Gaelic version of the National Islands Plan annual report 2023

  13. Protecting Gaelic community scheme jobs

    Additional funding for vital service.

  14. National Islands Plan: annual report 2023

    The Islands (Scotland) Act 2018 requires that a report is presented to Parliament each year setting out the progress made towards delivery of the National Islands Plan. This report sets out progress made during the 2023 reporting year.

  15. Scottish Languages Bill: business and regulatory impact assessment

    Business and regulatory impact assessment for the Scottish Languages Bill. This is legislation which seeks to advance the status of, and provision for, the Gaelic and Scots languages.

  16. Scottish Languages Bill: children's rights and wellbeing impact assessment

    Children's rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) for the Scottish Languages Bill. This is legislation which seeks to advance the status of, and provision for, the Gaelic and Scots languages.

  17. Scottish Languages Bill: Fairer Scotland Duty summary

    Fairer Scotland Duty Summary for the Scottish Languages Bill. This is legislation to advance the status of, and provision for, the Gaelic and Scots languages.

  18. Scottish Languages Bill: island communities impact assessment

    Island communities impact assessment for the Scottish Languages Bill. This is legislation to advance the status of, and provision for, the Gaelic and Scots languages.

  19. Scottish Languages Bill: equality impact assessment

    Equality impact assessment for the Scottish Languages Bill. This is legislation which seeks to advance the status of, and provision for, the Gaelic and Scots languages.

  20. Education: National Improvement Framework and improvement plan 2024

    Sets out the vision and priorities for Scottish education that have been agreed across the system, and the national improvement activity that needs to be undertaken to help deliver those key priorities.

  21. Scottish islands: data overview 2023

    This report gives a snapshot of Scotland's island-level data as collated in the new Scottish Islands Data Dashboard and draws out key findings relating to each of the strategic objective topic areas set out in the National Islands Plan.

  22. British Sign Language (BSL): national plan 2023 to 2029

    Sets out a range of government actions to tackle barriers faced by British Sign Language (BSL) users to help make Scotland the best place in the world for BSL users to live, work, visit and learn.

  23. National Islands Plan review: consultation

    We are consulting on a review of the National Islands Plan, published in 2019. This review is required by the Islands (Scotland) Act 2018. We are seeking views on the impact and content of the current National Islands Plan.

  24. British Sign Language (BSL) national plan 2023-2029: consultation

    We are seeking views on the British Sign Language National Plan 2023 to 2029 to inform the final publication in autumn 2023.

  25. National Islands Plan: implementation route map 2023

    Details how we will deliver on the commitments in the National Islands Plan, over the coming year.

  26. Buidheann-obrach Gheàrr-bheatha air Cothroman Eaconamach is Sòisealta don Ghàidhlig: Aithisg do Rùnaire a' Chaibineit airson Ionmhas is na h-Eaconamaidh

    Aithisg air molaidhean na Buidhne-obrach Gheàrr-bheatha air Cothroman Eaconamach is Sòisealta don Ghàidhlig.

  27. Short Life Working Group on Economic and Social Opportunities for Gaelic: report

    A report to the Cabinet Secretary for Finance and the Economy containing the recommendations of the Short Life Working Group on Economic and Social Opportunities for Gaelic.

  28. Funding Gaelic projects

    £4 million in capital investment for Gaelic education and community initiatives. 

  29. Scottish Languages Bill (Gaelic) - Gaelic and Scots commitments: consultation analysis

    'S e an sgrìobhann seo mìneachadh bho thaobh muigh an Riaghaltais den cho-chomhairleachadh a chaidh a chumail air Gàidhlig, Albais is Bile nan Cànan Albannach.

  30. Scottish Languages Bill (Scots version) - Gaelic and Scots commitments: consultation analysis

    External analysis o responses submittit tae the Scots Government's consultation on Gaelic, Scots and a Scots Languages Bill.

  31. Scottish Languages Bill - Gaelic and Scots commitments: consultation analysis

    External analysis of the responses submitted to the Scottish Government's consultation on Gaelic, Scots and a Scottish Languages Bill.

  32. Scotland's Year of Stories 2022: equality impact assessment

    Scotland’s Year of Stories 2022 showcased Scotland’s strongest culture, tourism and events assets and other key aspects of society by creating a collaborative platform for partners to work together and maximise benefits. The report highlights evidence, opportunities and actions to boost equality.

  33. National Islands Plan Annual Report 2022

    The Islands (Scotland) Act 2018 requires that a report is presented to Parliament each year setting out the progress made towards delivery of the National Islands Plan. This report sets out progress made during the 2022 reporting year.

  34. National events strategy review: consultation - Gaelic version

    Gaelic version of consultation to help shape the review of Scotland's national events strategy.

  35. Investing in Gaelic

    Funding to support local projects.

  36. Creating a robust future for Gaelic and Scots

    Languages consultation launched.

  37. Adult learning strategy: equality impact assessment

    Equality impact assessment (EQIA) for the adult learning strategy.

  38. Adult learning strategy: island and communities impact assessment

    Island and communities impact assessment for the adult learning strategy.

  39. Adult learning strategy: fairer Scotland duty summary

    Fairer Scotland Duty Assessment for the adult learning strategy.

  40. Adult learning strategy 2022 to 2027

    The Adult Learning Strategy sets out our actions to improve life chances for adult learners across Scotland. It outlines how we will ensure that there are accessible opportunities for adults to learn throughout their lives.

  41. Adult learning strategy: easy read

    An easy read version of the Adult Learning Strategy.

  42. 1+2 languages policy - local authority survey 2021: findings

    Findings of a 2021 survey of local authorities on progress to implement the 1+2 languages policy in schools. The key finding is that nearly all primary and secondary schools now deliver language learning from P1 through to the end of the Broad General Education.

  43. A Culture Strategy for Scotland

    A Culture Strategy for Scotland shows how important culture is to Scotland’s prosperity and sets the future direction for supporting culture in Scotland.

  44. Supporting Gaelic communities

    New working group to consider economic opportunities.

  45. A’ taiceadh choimhearsnachdan Gàidhlig

    Buidheann-gnìomha ùr gus meòrachadh chothroman eaconamach

  46. British Sign Language - national plan: progress report - easy read

    Easy read version of the British Sign Language (BSL) national plan progress report.

  47. Curriculum for Excellence review: implementation framework

    A framework for how we will address the recommendations in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) report, ‘Scotland’s Curriculum for Excellence: Into the Future’. This will include using the analysis and advice set out in Professor Stobart’s working paper on assessment in secondary education.

  48. Treòir - Voar - Virr Gaelic and English medium primary schools and departments on islands

    Comprehensive list of primary schools on Scottish islands that will be invited to engage in the Treòir | Voar | Virr programme. A National Transition Training Fund programme to aid recovery in education and support re-training and employment opportunities for creative freelancers through arts-based cultural workshops in primary schools that support delivery of our National Islands Plan commitments.

  49. Coronavirus (COVID-19) - experiences of vulnerable children, young people, and parents: research

    This report presents findings from qualitative research conducted with a range of children, young people and parents in vulnerable or seldom heard groups, carried out to explore their lived experiences during and throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

  50. Beachdan air an sireadh mu Phlana Ghàidhlig

    A’ toirt taic don chànan san àm ri teachd

  51. Island communities impact assessments: guidance - consultation

    Our islands face particular challenges around distance, geography, connectivity and demography, so it is important that policy makers consider these properly. The consultation on the guidance will help ensure that islands receive fair treatment tailored to their unique circumstances.

  52. Funding for Gaelic education

    Investment of £2 million for new Gaelic primary school.

  53. Treas Sgoil Ghàidhlig ann an Glaschu

    Leas Phrìomh Mhinistear air £1.9 millean de mhaoineachadh ainmeachadh dhan phròiseact.

  54. £97,000 airson Ionad Gàidhlig

    Thèid an tabhartas gus tràth-bhliadhnaichean agus ionnsachadh didseatach a leasachadh

  55. British Sign Language (BSL) National Plan 2017-2023: analysis of consultation responses

    The report sets out the analysis of the public consultation on Scotland's draft British Sign Language (BSL) National Plan.

  56. Maoineachadh airson a' Mhòid Nàiseanta

    Tabhartas bliadhnail air a ghairm leis an LPM airson seasmhachd a’ Mhòid a dhìon.  

  57. Maoineachadh airson ionad Gàidhlig

    40 obair ùr an dùil bhon phròiseact

  58. Funding for Gaelic Centre

    Project expected to create 40 jobs

  59. Plana Gàidhlig Riaghaltas na h-Alba 2016-2021

    Tha am plana seo a' mìneachadh an taic a tha Riaghaltas na h-Alba a’ toirt dhan Ghàidhlig na obraichean, airson gun dèan sinn cinnteach gum bi seasmhachd aig a’ Ghàidhlig an Alba san àm ri teachd.

  60. Scottish Government Gaelic Language Plan 2016-2021

    How the Scottish Government supports Gaelic in its operations, to ensure the language has a sustainable future in Scotland.

  61. Buill ùra do Bhòrd na Gàidhlig

    Chaidh ceathrar bhall ùra a chur an dreuchd mar Bhuill air Bòrd na Gàidhlig leis an Leas Phrìomh Mhinistear John Swinney. ’S iad na buill ùra Ailean Caimbeul, Fiona Dunn, Jennifer Gilmour agus Màiri Anna NicUalraig.

  62. British Sign Language (BSL) National Plan consultation

    Consultation seeking views on improving public services for BSL users.

  63. £700,000 for Gaelic language delivery

    Investment will help fund school improvements.

  64. Scots language policy: English version

    Outline of policy commitments and context surrounding the Scottish Government's support of Scots language.

  65. Scots language policy: Scots version

    Ootline o policy commitments an context surroondin the Scottish Government's support o Scots leid.

  66. Gaelic Language Plan 2015-2020: draft for consultation

    Draft Scottish Government plan regarding the development of Gaelic.

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