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Dublin's War on Gaelic Intensifies - Record Number of Complaints Against Lack of State Services in Irish - Gaelic League Condemns

News from the Gaelic League – State Services Continually Not Provided in Gaelic as is Required by Law

Six years in to the “20 Year Strategy for the Irish Language 2010-2030", the Gaelic League has condemned the lack of progress by the Irish government in providing State Services in Gaelic as is required by law. Quoting from the press release issued by the Gaelic league (Full Text Below):

Latest Skirmish in the Battle to Save the Welsh Language from the ill effects of Property Development

Earlier this year Transceltic reported on a new Welsh law that had come in to effect to counter the impact on the Welsh language heartland caused by property development.  “The Planning (Wales) Act 2015”, requires an assessment of the impact of new property development on the Welsh language.  Prior to planning permission being granted any perceived degradation to the Celtic tongue caused by an inflow of English speakers connected to the real estate venture must be made a “material consideration” as part of the process of obtaining planning permission for new construction

'Sea Monsters' On The Prowl Again

News from the Celtic League:

‘There’s no time to waste’ with only possibly another two years before the EU super trawlers are kicked out of UK waters (unless that is the UK sell-out the fishermen for a trade deal – which has been known!) the ‘monster boats’ are at sea again.

After lying up in the Netherlands the MV Annelies Ilena is on the move again and on present course it seems to be heading for the North West of Scotland or the Atlantic coast off NW Ireland (we will be keeping tabs).

Wales March On To Semi Finals of Euro 2016 After Victory Over Belgium

Wales (Cymru) are through to the semi-finals of the 2016 UEFA European Championship (the international men's football championship of Europe). They secured a well deserved 3 - 1 victory over Belgium last night. 

Belgium started well and took an early lead after a spectacular long-range shot from Radja Nainggolan. But Wales equalised before half-time through an Ashley Williams header. In the second half Hal Robson-Kanu's skillful footwork put Wales ahead. The third goal for Wales was scored by substitute Sam Vokes who headed home a well passed cross from Chris Gunter.

Safety Zone Around 'Zombie' Nuclear Plant Extended

News from the Celtic League:

A decade and a half after Celtic League call ONR issue new safety zone guidance

The Liverpool Daily Post is carrying a story today saying that the safety zone around Wylfa Power Station on Anglesey is being extended following new guidance issued by the Office for Nuclear Regulation:

http://www.dailypost.co.uk/…/danger-zone-around-former-angl…

Spanish Opposition To Scottish EU Moves 'Predictably Negative'

News from Mannin Branch of the Celtic League:

The International Relations Officer of Mec Vannin, Allen Moore, has slammed the Spanish reaction to Nicola Sturgeons attempt to maintain Scottish membership of the EU as ‘predictably negative’.

It seems the Spanish Government are prepared to sacrifice any ability to rescue some element of the UK EU exit for the sake of their own narrow self interest.

President of Ireland Concludes Successful Visit To Scotland

The President of Ireland Michael D Higgins (Irish: Mícheál D. Ó hUiginn) is about to conclude a successful four day official visit to Scotland. During his visit he has met with Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and addressed members of the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh. The Scottish First Minister said that Ireland was an important friend to Scotland and she looked forward to strengthening links between the countries.

Isle of Man: Recalling Eamon de Valera's Visit to the Isle of Man

As commemorations for the centenary of the Easter Rising continue apace in the Irish Republic, it's an appropriate time to reflect upon the Island's links with one of the most important men of the insurrection, Éamon de Valera.

European Referendum Further Proof That Scotland Needs To Be Independent

Even though the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union, the vote in Scotland taken separately was a majority in favour to remain.  Now Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland's First Minister has embarked on a bid to keep Scotland within the European Union and in doing so has secured a meeting with European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker. Nicola Sturgeon had already confirmed talks with European Parliament President Martin Schulz as well as Liberal group leader Guy Verhofstadt.

Celts Cheer as Iceland beat England in the Euros 2016

Iceland secured their place in the quarter finals of the UEFA European Championship (the international men's football championship of Europe) 2016 with a 2-1 victory over England yesterday. There can be no doubt that Iceland deserved to win in a brave, well-organised, superb performance that was in stark contrast to England's lackluster efforts. No-one should be surprised by Iceland's progress to the quarter finals. Their victories over Austria and England came after strong performances over Holland when qualifying for the tournament. 

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