Gaelic Language Plan Consultation By Northern Constabulary

27th February 2012

Northern Constabulary has completed its draft Gaelic Language Plan for the period 2012-2013 for consultation prior to its submission to Bòrd na Gàidhlig in April.

The plan, which has been developed in accordance with the Gaelic Language ( Scotland) Act 2005, outlines Northern Constabulary's commitment to the sustainability of the Gaelic language.

Introduction from Chief Constable George Graham :

"As Chief Constable of Northern Constabulary I am delighted to be able to introduce to you our Gaelic Language Plan for the period 2012-2013. It is anticipated that during the spring and summer of 2013 the current eight Forces will begin the transition into a single Scottish Police Service.

The work undertaken by Northern Constabulary over the next year will allow us the opportunity to enhance and develop the role of Gaelic and as such we hope to be at the forefront of any future delivery of a Gaelic Language Plan for the Scottish Police Service. It is anticipated that during the spring and summer of 2013 the current eight Forces will begin the transition into a single Scottish Police Service.

As a Force that delivers high quality, efficient and responsive community policing we recognise the aspirations and objectives included in the National Plan for Gaelic and the Gaelic Language ( Scotland) Act 2005. We welcome this opportunity to enhance the service we provide. Recognising the value and heritage of the Gaelic language and its work within areas of the force and the principle of equal respect this plan will allow us to focus on developing and encouraging the use of the Gaelic language in our day to day activities."

The draft Gaelic Language Plan can be found on the Northern Constabulary Website.

Northern Constabulary would very much welcome and look forward to receiving feedback on the draft plan before the final submission to Bòrd na Gàidhlig.

Responses should be sent by email to anne.cooke[AT]northern.pnn.police.uk or post to Anne Cooke, Policy & Co-ordination Unit, Police Headquarters, Old Perth Road, Inverness, IV2 3SY, no later than the 30th March.