From Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform
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The 20-Year Strategy for the Irish language outlines an integrated approach to the Irish language. 9 areas of action are specified:
The relevant actions under the strategy are being implemented by departments across government, including the Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform.
Progress Report of the 20 Year Strategy for the Irish Language
Report which examines how the government have met their aims to boost the use and knowledge of the Irish language
Read the department’s latest Progress Report under the Strategy.
20-Year Strategy For The Irish Language 2010-2030
The objective of Government policy in relation to Irish is to increase on an incremental basis the use and knowledge of Irish as a community language.
Read the department’s 20-Year Strategy.
The objective of government policy is to increase the use and knowledge of Irish as a community language. The government’s specific aim is to ensure as many citizens as possible are bilingual in both Irish and English.
It is an integral component of the government’s Irish language policy that close attention be given to its place in the Gaeltacht. Particularly in light of research which indicates that the language’s viability as a household and community Gaeltacht language is under threat.