CNPA Gaelic Language Plan 2018-2022 approved
CNPA Gaelic Language Plan 2018-2022 approved
The Cairngorms National Park Authority Gaelic Language Plan 2018 – 2022 / Ùghdarras Pàirc Nàiseanta a’ Mhonaidh Ruaidh Plana Gàidhlig 2018 – 2022 has been approved by Bòrd na Gàidhlig and is now available to view on our website.
The Plan sets out how we will:
- use Gaelic in the operation of our functions
- enable the uses of Gaelic when communicating with the public and key partnership
- promote and develop Gaelic
Highlights in the new Plan, to be delivered by June 2022, include:
- new building extension bilingual signage review
- creation of a Gaelic version of the Park brand
- online guidance and advice re using Gaelic as an asset
- promote Gaelic experiences with residents and visitors
- joint Gaelic awareness schools project with Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park Authority
- Gaelic awareness and conversational staff training plus induction training for rangers/volunteer rangers
- annual Gaelic awareness month
- recruitment policy – stronger profile to promote our support for Gaelic speakers to join the organisation
- Gaelic student intern – research project on Gaelic as an Asset online toolkit
Progress reports will be published annually on our website.
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Relevant alerts
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There is an ongoing wildfire situation in Glenmore and Strath Nethy within the Cairngorms National Park, albeit the situation continues to improve and the majority of the National Park is unaffected (with Glenmore, Aviemore and Nethy Bridge all open to the public). Click here for all the latest. We would encourage members of the public to follow current guidance and be aware that the situation may change.
Various paths and trails remain closed. Check out our path closures page for all the latest updates.