Can you help a local historian locate and map examples of historic Gaelic inscriptions on Scottish gravestones? Read the latest blog on our website here that explains more about this interesting project 👇 www.scotlandschurchestrust.org.uk/blog/in-sear...

Earlier this year, I had to withdraw a publication on genocide hours before it was to be published due to senior Harvard administrators’ threats to my Harvard-employed coauthor. Last week, they fired Mary Bassett for refusing to ignore Palestine. My response: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Tha na Sradagan air an lasadh! Mo thaing dhuibh uile a bha nar cuideachd a-nochd, agus do Niall còir a chuir an tachartas air dòigh fo bhratach an Oilthighe. The Sparks are flying! Thanks to everyone that came out tonight, and to Niall for hosting us on behalf of the University. #Gàidhlig

Mapa Gàidhlig na Seachdaine Dùn Èideann ~ Edinburgh buff.ly/PWmFhaE #AinmÀite #Gàidhlig #Cleachdi #Placenames #Gaelic #Maps

Òran don luchd-giùlain chathraichean an Dùn Èideann (Song to the Edinburgh Chairmen) by Robert Stewart (1802) Performed by Tawana Maramba, Iris MacLeod, Laura Penman (clàrsach) and Alasdair Scott (accordion) Arrangement by Michel Byrne and Sgorrabreac ionaddhuneideann.org/events/blasa...

At no point in Scottish history has this country ever been home to just one language, yet for the past 300 years the sole official language of Scotland has been English, writes Paul Kavanagh ✍️

Airson Latha Naomh Anndrais, chum sinn cuirm-chiùil shònraichte aig an Leabharlann Nàiseanta a' comharrachadh a' cheangail eadar Dùn Èideann agus saoghal nan Gàidheal, le òrain bho shianar luchd-ciùil òga agus fear an taighe Pàdraig MacAoidh, Makar na h-Alba ionaddhuneideann.org/tachartasan/...

A new project which looks to prepare the Gaelic language 'for the digital and AI age' is set to be launched by academics

My latest blog piece on the new Scottish Languages Act granting official status to Gaelic and Scots and why these languages are national languages of Scotland. weegingerdug.wordpress.com/2025/12/01/t...

Cornish language to receive part III status under European charter

The Scottish Languages Act, which MSPs voted through in June, empowers parents to ask for a Gaelic school to be established in their area and aims to ensure that more qualifications are available in Gaelic. We explored what it means #StAndrewsDay bellacaledonia.org.uk/2025/06/20/t...

The Scottish Languages Act 2025 comes into effect today - but its significance will only become clear over time. It's a complex, incrementalist measure and much depends on how it's implemented. My analysis here bellacaledonia.org.uk/2025/06/20/t...

Staff say university leaders have been "economical with the truth" about the role of consultants with an ominous reputation as hundreds face job cuts. Read the full story: www.theferret.scot/c...

The Gaelic and Scots languages have gained official status in a 'historic milestone' as people across Scotland mark St Andrew’s Day

A’ cur Rannsachadh na Gàidhlig nur cuimhne- 19 Dùbhlachd an ceann-latha airson geàrr-chunntasan.

#Cornish has won Part III of the European Charter for Regional and Minority Languages after many years of campaigning by our community, including Kowethas an Yeth and the other language organisations, Cornwall Council, activists, and YOU: teachers, learners, speakers and supporters together. 💛

An event to celebrate Donald Sinclair (1885–1932), one of the most prolific and versatile contributors to Erskine's magazines, will be held on 5 December, with Aonghas Mac Leòid, a leading expert on Sinclair's work and author of the new Scotnote Study Guide: asls.org.uk/publications...

This year’s O’Donnell Lecture at the University of Edinburgh will be given by Professor @brendankanect.bsky.social of @earlymodirish.bsky.social fame. Brendan is Visiting Leverhulme Professor in Edinburgh in 2025 and 2026.

Thèid an 20mh Òraid Bhliadhnail mar Chuimhneachan air Aonghas MacMhathain a lìbhrigeadh 2/12/25 leis an Oll Uilleam Lamb air 'Gaelic in the Age of Artificial Intelligence' www.eventbrite.com/e/gaelic-in-the-age-of-artificial-intelligence-tickets-1969148250425?aff=odcleoeventsincollection&keep_tld=1

Vigilantes Not authentic. Based on lies Protestors don’t have children at school. Nonsense claims A robust response from GCC here www.thenational.scot/news/2564569...

The principal of Edinburgh Uni earns around £420,000 a year. This week his staff were on strike over the threat of redundancies. It's time we got the pay of uni and college bosses back under control. MSPs can back my plans to do that on Wednesday. www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politic...

Delighted to announce that vol 30 of 'Review of Scottish Culture' is now available online. It's another super issue, ranging through Scotland and across genres, from senior scholars and emerging voices. All free to download. Now open, for new submissions! journals.ed.ac.uk/rosc

Edinburgh University UCU strike this week protesting redundancies ended with a rally at Holyrood. Great turn out despite the freezing temperatures by staff, students and MSPs 💪 🥶 💪 Steve Clark for Vice Chancellor!

Sradagan san Iarmailt / Sparks in the Firmament⁠ Ginealach Ùr Bhàrd Gàidhealach / A New Generation of Gaelic Poets⁠ Edited by Marcas Mac an Tuairneir⁠ ⁠ This wide-ranging anthology showcases the talented cohort of Gaelic poets who have come to prominence since the turn of the millennium⁠. ⁠ #Gaelic

Question from @martinwhitfieldmsp.bsky.social in the Scottish Parliament on cuts and job losses at Edinburgh University as @ucuedinburgh.bsky.social take third day of strike action this week #SaveHE #StopTheCuts www.heraldscotland.com/news/2563152...

Don't cross the picket line! We are on strike because of UoE's budget cuts that have and will affect students and staff. We are striking for a better university, join us! #StopTheCuts

EXCLUSIVE: A Scottish university has been accused of 'losing the plot' as bosses threaten staff and students with disciplinary action in the event of protests at graduation ceremonies this winter

CRUINN CÒMHLA – Mòran Taing! Mòran taing dhuibh uile a thàinig cruinn còmhla aig an latha coimhearsnachd againn ann an Dùn Èideann Disathairne a chaidh! A big thank you to everyone who came to our Gaelic community day Cruinn Còmhla in Edinburgh last Saturday! Faic / see www.ionaddhuneideann.org

Join us for our Cruinn Còmhla Gaelic community day in Edinburgh tomorrow, Saturday 15 November! There will be something there for everyone, whatever your age and stage of Gaelic 15.11.25, 10–4 Darroch, 7 Gillespie St, Edinburgh EH3 9NH Programme details at ionaddhuneideann.org/events/cruin...

Thigeamaid Cruinn Còmhla airson latha coimhearsnachd na Gàidhlig ann an Dùn Èideann air 15 Samhain! Gnìomhachdan airson gach aois agus gach ìre de dh’fhileantas. 15.11.25, 10-4 Darroch, 7 Sràid Ghilleasbaig, Dùn Èideann EH3 9NH Clàr-ama nan tachartasan an seo: ionaddhuneideann.org/tachartasan/...

One week to go! Join us at Cruinn Còmhla - Gaelic community day in Edinburgh Classes · Music · Conversation · Culture · Café Further info: www.ionaddhuneideann.org Saturday 15 November 2025 10.00 – 16.00 Darroch, 7 Gillespie Street, Edinburgh EH3 9NH

Seachdain ri dhol! Thigibh Cruinn Còmhla airson latha coimhearsnachd na Gàidhlig ann an Dùn Èideann Clasaichean · Ceòl · Còmhradh · Cultar · Cafaidh Tuilleadh fiosrachaidh www.ionaddhuneideann.org Disathairne 15 Samhain 2025 10.00 – 16.00 · Darroch, 7 Sràid Ghilleasbaig, Dùn Èideann EH3 9NH

University of Edinburgh cutting its Institute for Academic Development which offers crucuial training and support for students, lecturers and researchers. I woked at the UNSW learning centre and know what a huge difference these services make. #AcademicSky thetab.com/2025/10/31/e...

Exceptionally clear analysis of the failures of university governance

Aithris air an sgrùdadh comasachd do Chomhairle nan Eilean Siar mu leasachadh foghlam tron Ghàidhlig aig ìre àrd-sgoile anns na h-Eileanan www.bbc.co.uk/naidheachdan...

Deagh aithris air fàs foghlam tron Ghàidhlig ann an Dùn Èideann www.bbc.co.uk/naidheachdan...

Leabhar ùr do chloinn le Tawana Maramba, a chaidh tro fhoghlam tro mheadhan na Gàidhlig ann an Dùn Èideann agus a ghabhas pàirt anns an tachartas 'Blasad' againn air 29 Samhain aig an Leabharlann Nàiseanta (www.nls.uk/whats-on/bla...) www.bbc.co.uk/naidheachdan...

Tha pàrantan a' cur ìmpidh air Comhairle Baile Dhùn Èideann plana a chur air dòigh airson foghlam tron Ghàidhlig a leasachadh. Tha 92 sgoilear ann an Clas 1 aig Bun-sgoil Taobh na Pàirce am-bliadhna an coimeas ri 62 an-uiridh www.bbc.co.uk/naidheachdan...

Fascinating thread about the history of Darroch, now the Gaelic annexe at James Gillespie's High School. Previously Gaelic evening classes were taught there for almost 50 years, including 27 years by the legendary Barra piper and tradition-bearer Calum Johnston

Staff at Edinburgh Uni to continue strike action #WeAreTheUniversity #StopTheCuts #SaveHE www.heraldscotland.com/news/2557921...

Dh'fhaodadh nas lugha cloinne cothrom fhaighinn air foghlam tron Ghàidhlig ann an Glaschu an ath-bhliadhna agus comhairle a' bhaile air an àireamh àiteachan a lùghdachadh www.bbc.co.uk/naidheachdan...

Gaelic is no longer just a marker of heritage — it’s becoming a powerful tool for innovation, identity and economic growth www.heraldscotland.com/poli...

An iomairt o chionn 100 bliadhna airson colaiste Ghàidhlig ann an Eilean Ì (nach tàinig gu buil) www.bbc.co.uk/naidheachdan...

Fàilte don Lodainn Mheadhanach New bilingual welcome sign

Thigibh Cruinn Còmhla airson latha coimhearsnachd na Gàidhlig air 15 Samhain! Fàilte chridheil ron a h-uile duine, le gnìomhachdan airson gach aois agus gach ìre de dh’fhileantas. Cruinn Còmhla · Disathairne 15 Samhain 2025 10.00 – 16.00 · Darroch, 7 Sràid Ghilleasbaig, Dùn Èideann EH3 9NH

Join us for our Cruinn Còmhla Gaelic community day on Saturday 15 November! There will be something there for everyone, whatever your age and stage of Gaelic. Cruinn Còmhla · Saturday 15 November 2025 10.00 – 16.00 · Darroch, 7 Gillespie Street, Edinburgh EH3 9NH

Aithris bhrìoghmhor air Mairead Burnley Chaimbeul agus eachdraidh a' Chomuinn Ghàidhealaich aig toiseach an 20mh linn @brudhearg.bsky.social www.bbc.co.uk/naidheachdan...

Giving the opportunity for young people to learn the language and to be able to study in their native tongue is absolutely critical, writes Kate Forbes ✍️

Universities planning cuts to jobs and courses are not cash strapped Jo Grady highlights hypocrisy of the University of Edinburgh as it plans to make £140 million in cuts when then have £2.7 billion in net assets Enough is enough #WeAreTheUniversity