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Recognition of Ulster Scots as a national minority and funding for An Ciste Infheistíochta Gaeilge, the Irish Language Investment Fund

25 May 2022

Proposing MP
Great Yarmouth
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Northern Ireland Office

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The UK Government officially recognises Ulster Scots as a national minority and announces funding for the Irish Language Investment Fund.

Action Requested

The Government is committing £4 million to An Ciste Infheistíochta Gaeilge, the Irish Language Investment Fund, and officially recognising Ulster Scots as a national minority under the Council of Europe Framework Convention.

Key Facts

  • The UK Government has recognised Ulster Scots as a national minority.
  • £4 million funding is being provided to An Ciste Infheistíochta Gaeilge.
  • This announcement delivers on two commitments in the New Decade, New Approach agreement.
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