‘Historic’ Irish Language Policy Agreed by Belfast Councillors

Sinn Féin councillor Tomás Ó Néill has said a new Irish language policy agreed by Belfast City Council will be transformative for Gaeilgeoirí.

He was speaking after the full council gave its approval.

The policy includes bilingual corporate branding and bilingual signage in council buildings.

“Strengthening the rights of Irish language speakers and boosting the visibility of the language are central to this policy,” said Councillor Ó Néill.

“Tonight’s agreement to implement this policy is hugely positive and an historic decision by councillors.

“The council’s Irish language policy will be one of the most progressive on this island.

“At a time when the Irish language community continues to grow in strength, Sinn Féin will continue working to support this growth and enshrine the rights of Gaeilgeoirí.”

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