Gaelic Language Plan 2027-2032

Have Your Say on the Future of Gaelic in Stirling

Stirling Council recognises that Gaelic is part of Scotland’s heritage, national identity and cultural life and continues to support the growth of Gaelic across our communities.

According to the 2022 Census, 2.1% of the Stirling population understands, reads, writes, or speaks Gaelic. This is an increase from the previous census data when the figure was 1.5%. Over the years, the number of children and young people accessing Gaelic Medium Education has grown.

Partnerships between local Gaelic organisations and Stirling Council have also strengthened, fostering a greater awareness of Gaelic language and culture while expanding support and opportunities for Gaelic learners.

Stirling Council along with all other local authorities and public bodies are required to produce a Gaelic Language Plan. The Plan must demonstrate our commitment to preserving, growing and protecting Gaelic language and culture. This is part of The Gaelic Language (Scotland) Act 2005, securing the status of Gaelic language as an official language of Scotland commanding equal respect to the English language.

Our current plan expires in January 2027. Our new prosed plan will take effect from January 2027– January 2032.

People across Stirling are being encouraged to take part in a public consultation that will help shape Stirling Council's Gaelic Language Plan for 2027-2032.

To take part please click on the surveys below. It is possible to respond in either English or Scottish Gaelic.