Campaigner does not think Irish language is in a poor state in terms of usage
A long-time Irish-language campaigner in Leitrim says that he does not think the language is in a poor state in terms of those using it. Seán Ó Súilleabhain of Conradh na Gaelige in Leitrim is also the former County Librarian in Leitrim and a long-time supporter of speaking his native…
Leitrim sets example in promoting Irish language
Leitrim is ‘punching above its weight’ when it comes to protecting the Irish language. One of only two Gaelscoileanna in the county is now celebrating its 10th birthday. The Gaelscoil in Manorhamilton was set up by a Dublin man Rossa O’Snodaigh who settled in Manorhamilton about ten years ago and…
Call for councils to seek more resources to provide services through Irish
Local authorities should make their case to get more resources to enable them provide their services through the Irish language. That’s according to a former Leitrim county librarian who points out that local authorities have an obligation to provide such a service but they haven’t the time or staff to…