Towards a fuller understanding of language use in Wales

Authors

  • Lowri Angharad Hughes Ahronson Prifysgol Bangor University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18192/olbiwp.v3i0.1095

Keywords:

language choices, language policy, language planning, Wales, holistic understanding

Abstract

This article considers the importance of developing a holistic understanding of the factors that influence language choice and examines two periods of intense language policy and planning activity in Wales. Part 1 looks at the historical context of the interaction between Welsh and English, focusing on the pivotal years 1880–1920. Part 2 turns to the present day and to measures put in place to influence the use of Welsh. In both periods, language policy and planning has operated across many spheres with the aim of either maintaining the use of Welsh or triggering a switch to using Welsh. In light of these discussions, Part 3 considers the kind of research needed to further develop the field and suggests that long-term micro-level study of an individual’s language choice may help us better understand the nuances of this issue and thus better shape policies and initiatives that respond to these complexities.

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Published

2011-08-05

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