An Ghaeilge to be discussed at annual information day for politicians
November 14, 2012
The current and future status of the Irish language will be discussed on Wednesday, 21st November in Buswells Hotel, Dublin at the annual information day for the politicians of Leinster House.
Conradh na Gaeilge and Guth na Gaeltachta are continuing with the consultation process with TDs and Senators for the fourth year in a row and this year, they are expecting a contingent of representatives from various constituencies to attend on the day.
Representatives from Conradh na Gaeilge and Guth na Gaeltachta will be present form 8.00am – 6.00pm on the day and according to both organisations, “it is extremely important that we get as many people as possible from various constituencies on the day to influence their local politicians.”
The annual information day is a great opportunity for politicians and Irish-speaking constituents to come together and discuss the issues that are important to them and their communities. TDs and Senators can be made aware of local issues regarding the language and the opinions of their own constituents.
Conradh na Gaeilge and Guth na Gaeltachta are asking people to attend the session for a couple of hours to demonstrate to the politicians the importance of the Irish language among their local communities. Various topics regarding the state of the language have been discussed at previous sessions and this year, constituents are asked to focus on the following topics during the discussions:
1. The recognition of the Irish-speaking and Gaeltacht communities as stakeholders in the implementation of the 20 Year Strategy for the Irish Language and the establishment of a proper structure for the Irish language and Gaeltacht organisations;
2. The protection of the Irish language throughout the on-going rationalisation of the public sector and the Government bodies and to embrace any opportunity that will add to the status of the language.
3. The consideration of An Ghaeilge and An Ghaeltacht in the Education and Training Boards Bill 2012.
Those wishing to attend must register beforehand by contacting Síne Nic an Ailí at sine@cnag.ie or by phoning (01) 4757401. Those registering will be asked for their name, their constituency and the time they will ba available to speak to their local politicians.
