The Scottish Land Commission is inviting people across Scotland to share their views on its draft Gaelic Language Plan, setting out how the organisation will strengthen its use and promotion of Gaelic over the next five years.
The six-week public consultation gives individuals, community organisations and stakeholders the opportunity to help inform the final plan before it is adopted.
Gaelic has long been woven into Scotland's landscapes, communities and history. Place names, stories and traditions reflect the close relationship between land, language and people, and that connection continues to shape many communities today.
The Scottish Land Commission's draft Gaelic Language Plan outlines how the organisation will increase the visibility and use of Gaelic across its work, improve opportunities to engage with the Commission in Gaelic where appropriate, and contribute to the wider ambitions of the National Gaelic Language Plan.
The draft plan also reflects the Commission's commitment to ensuring that Gaelic is recognised as a living language with an important role in Scotland's present and future.
Michael Russell, Chair of the Scottish Land Commission, said:
"Land and language have always been closely connected in Scotland. Gaelic helps us understand our landscapes, our history and the communities that have cared for them over generations.
"As Scotland's land reform body, we want our work to reflect that connection and play our part in supporting Gaelic as a living language. This draft plan sets out practical actions that will help us do that.
"Whether you speak Gaelic every day, are learning the language or simply care about its future, we want to hear your views. Your feedback will help ensure our final plan is both meaningful and achievable."
The consultation is open for six weeks and welcomes responses from Gaelic speakers, learners, organisations and anyone with an interest in the future of the language.
The draft Gaelic Language Plan and consultation are available on the Scottish Land Commission's website, with paper copies available on request.
- Consultation closes: Monday 26 October
- Read draft plan: Gaelic Language Plan
- Find out more and respond: Scottish Land Commission Gaelic Language Plan feedback – Fill in form
