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Written question asked by Anna Gelderd (Labour) on Friday, 18 July 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 22 July 2025. It was answered by Diana Johnson (Labour) on Wednesday, 30 July 2025 on behalf of the Home Office.


Cornish Language: Documents

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether her Department plans to take steps to support the use of the Cornish language on official documents.

Answer

The UK Government recognises Cornish as a minority language under Part II of the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages and under the Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities.

There are no statutory requirements for the Home Office to provide official documents in Cornish. Responsibility for promoting and supporting the Cornish language sits with Cornwall Council, with UK-wide policy oversight led by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
69142
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Cornish language Documents
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk