Category Archives: Dyfodol

DYFODOL WELCOMES RADIO CYMRU’S BIRTHDAY ANNOUNCEMENT

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Dyfodol i’r Iaith has given a warm welcome to Radio Cymru’s announcement of its latest developments. As part of the channel’s forthcoming fortieth birthday celebrations, Radio Cymru will be offering a package of digital developments and a new temporary channel over the autumn season.

Dyfodol have been pressing for a wider variety of services for Welsh speakers and learners. Today’s announcement heralds a significant step towards satisfying three of Dyfodol’s Manifesto demands: to develop two Welsh-language radio stations, to fully exploit the opportunities provided by digital media, and to effectively provide for all ages and interests.

Heini Gruffudd, Dyfodol’s Chair said: “This is excellent news. We are glad to hear that Radio Cymru will be celebrating its birthday by looking to the future, through innovation and offering more choice for listeners and service users. We wish every success to these new ventures, and look forward to a variety of exciting and creative output over the coming months and years.”

ANNOUNCING ELECTION RESULTS: DYFODOL CALLS FOR MORE CONSIDERATION FOR THE WELSH LANGUAGE

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Following the announcement of the Assembly election results last Friday morning, Dyfodol i’r Iaith has written to the Welsh Language Commissioner to ask for more clarity regarding the expectations in relation to the Welsh language.

As the results came in, it became clear that there was significant variation in the emphasis given to the Welsh language and in the standard of the Welsh that was heard. Although it is always commendable to hear learners use the language, some announcers seemed to have great difficulty with the language; on other occasions, the results were announced in full through the medium of English, leaving the Welsh as an afterthought, with media commentators speaking over it.

It is of key importance that the Welsh language is heard and respected on public occasions such as this, and Dyfodol have asked the Commissioner for clarification regarding which language standards are relevant in relation to announcing election results. The organisation has also requested that the Commissioner draw up clear guidelines, in order to avoid any future inconsistencies.