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Written question asked by Lord Laird (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Rooker (Labour) on Wednesday, 3 May 2006.


Ulster-Scots

Question
In view of the concept of parity of esteem and equality outlined in the 1998 Belfast agreement, whether they will take steps to ensure that Ulster-Scots language and culture are accorded the same status, funding and recognition as Irish languages and culture.
Answer

I refer the noble Lord to the Answer I gave on 17 November 2005 (Official Report, col. WA 173).


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
5183; 681 c92WA
Session
2005-06
Related items
Ulster-Scots Language and Culture
Thursday, 17 November 2005
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Culture Equality Finance Languages Irish language Northern Ireland Ulster Scots language
Link
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