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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
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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