The Welsh language is one of the special qualities of Snowdonia National Park. In the 2001 census, 63% of the Park’s population were Welsh speakers. The Welsh language is therefore a fundamental part of our cultural heritage, which we have a duty to conserve and enhance (as defined by the National Park Authority’s statutory purposes).
The National Park Authority has an adopted Welsh Language Scheme which sets out how to treat the Welsh and English Language on the basis of equality. Under the Language Scheme, and also giving consideration to the Welsh Language Board’s guidelines on awarding grants and loans; the Authority ensures that the principle of language equality is reflected in any grant supported activity. Therefore, when we award grants under the CAE Fund, we can include conditions with regard to the use of Welsh.
Submitting an Application for CAE Funding
When preparing an application for CAE Funding, you will need to demonstrate how you will comply with the general conditions specified below. If your application is successful, compliance with these conditions will be assessed as part of the general monitoring process for the CAE Fund.
General Conditions
For more information on exemptions and guidance on this matter, please see Appendix A of the CAE Application Guidance Booklet or contact the CAE Project Officer.
Sources of Advice on using Welsh:
Welsh Language Board:www.bwrdd-yr-iaith.org.uk or 029 208 7800
Local language enterprise:www.mentrauiaith-gogledd.com
Menter Iaith Conwy: 01492 642 357
Menter Iaith Gwynedd: 01766 512 300
Translation and interpreters facilities and further information can be found at:
www.cyfieithwyrcymru.org.uk
A free service for translation work of up to 30 words or proof reading up to 70 words:
cyswllt@bwrdd-yr-iaith.org
The local language enterprise also provides translation service and advice.
Snowdonia National Park Authority, National Park Offices, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd LL519DX
Telephone: 01766772274 e-mail: parc@snowdonia-npa.gov.uk www.snowdonia-npa.gov.uk