Monthly Archives: May 2014

Areas of Linguistic Sensitivity

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DYFODOL CALLS FOR AREAS OF LINGUISTIC SENSITIVITY

Language group Dyfodol i’r Iaith has called for all areas of Wales to be designated according to language sensitivity. This designation would be the foundation of a new regime to consider the Welsh language in planning matters.

In a document published today Dyfodol calls for statutory responsibility to be given to a new body to designate each electoral ward in Wales according to its linguistic sensitivity. The designation would vary according to the number of Welsh speakers and other factors and the body would review the designation every five years. Continue reading →

May Day Challenge for Radio Cymru

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The Welsh language movement Dyfodol i’r Iaith (a Future for the Language) has issued a May Day challenge to Radio Cymru to improve its Welsh language service.

In a letter to both the Head of Welsh Language Programmes and the Editor of Radio Cymru, Sian Gwynedd and Betsan Powys, the movement has asked a number of questions about the present service and how it could prepare for the future.

Dyfodol has received a number of concerns and complaints from its members regarding the presenters’ use of sub-standard Welsh and the number of English songs being broadcast on Radio Cymru.  The movement therefore queries when will a second Welsh-medium service be available on any platform in order to overcome the present difficulties. Continue reading →