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Our language Our Culture Our Prosperity

Leugh sa Ghàidhlig/ Read in Gaelic

We have launched ‘Ar Cànan Ar Cultar Ar Beartas (Our language Our Culture Our Prosperity) – new research designed to deepen understanding of the economic, social and cultural contribution of Gaelic across Scotland.

This major study will help identify where targeted investment in Gaelic can deliver the greatest long term benefits for communities and businesses.

Commissioned by HIE in partnership with Scottish Government, Bòrd na Gàidhlig, VisitScotland and Skills Development Scotland, the research is being undertaken by GC Insight together with Reference Economics and Lasair Ltd.

About the research

The study will:

  • assess the current economic value of Gaelic
  • explore its social and cultural contribution
  • identify future opportunities in key sectors, including tourism, creative industries and community development
  • highlight where support will have the greatest impact for Gaelic speakers, learners and businesses
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Take part

If you are a business, social enterprise, community group, public sector organisation or Gaelic organisation in Scotland currently using Gaelic in your day-to-day activities, we would like to hear from you.

  • Your data will be collected by GC Insight, the independent evaluator commissioned to conduct this evaluation on behalf of Highlands and Islands Enterprise  
  • GC Insight will keep any information that you share with us confidential and store it securely. It will be deleted six months after this project ends
  • The project is expected to end in September 2026 
  • Your data will be anonymous  
  • Your data will be shared with Highlands and Islands Enterprise but not with any other third parties 
  • Your participation is voluntary 

For further information on how GC Insight will collect, use and manage your data, please refer to their privacy policy.

If you need to take a break before you have completed the survey, please make a copy of the url from your browser and use this url to continue the survey at a later time.

Take part in the survey

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Why it matters

Gaelic plays a significant and growing role in the region’s identity and economic potential. From tourism and digital media to food and drink, creative industries and community-led enterprises, increasing numbers of organisations are embracing Gaelic to:

•    strengthen brand authenticity
•    build deeper customer and visitor connections
•    attract new audiences
•    create employment opportunities
•    support vibrant, confident communities

This research will provide the evidence base needed to guide future strategy and ensure Gaelic continues to thrive as part of a modern, innovative regional economy.

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