Current Issues In Language Planning
Polity Editors: Robert B. Kaplan (University of Southern California), Richard B. Baldauf Jr. (University of Queensland) and Nkonko Kamwangamalu (Howard University)Bob and Dick are also editors of the book series Language Policy and Planning
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Volume: 3 Number: 4 Page: 425–476
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Language Planning in Northern Ireland
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Diarmait Mac Giolla Chríost
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This monograph offers an overview of the background of and current language policy and planning matters related to the language situation in Northern Ireland with reference to the full range of linguistic
diversity in the polity. Particular attention is paid to the Irish language, due to the size of the Irish-speaking community in the region and the historical and political profile of the language. The current
policy and planning framework for Irish is analysed and recommendations are provided on how effective progress in this area might be made in the short to medium term. The development of a community–based
approach is suggested, drawing upon the Welsh model.
Keywords: MINORITY LANGUAGES, IRISH LANGUAGE, NORTHERN IRELAND, LANGUAGE POLICY, LANGUAGE PLANNING, LANGUAGE RIGHTS
© Multilingual Matters 2002
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