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Edinburgh awaits Gaelic TV

BBC Alba logoThe nation's new Gaelic channel is set to launch on 19th September, and there's a growing sense of excitement in the Capital. Events are planned that will bring the community together to mark this historic occasion.

Delivering quality Gaelic broadcasting throughout every evening, including new dramas, news, weather and top sporting events, BBC Alba will bring Gaelic home to all of Scotland. Where will you be at this life defining moment?

City's Plan: Countdown Begins

view of Princes St. from calton HillEdinburgh Council must now produce its Gaelic plan, having been issued with official notification from Bòrd na Gàidhlig at the end of June.

Set to launch around the end of 2008 following a period of public consultation, the current draft of the plan is ambitious, aiming to support and develop Gaelic as a major asset within Edinburgh for the benefit of all in the city.

Gaelic Edinburgh's new home

The entrance to Fountainbridge libraryAt last, Gaelic Edinburgh has a home - within the building that houses Fountainbridge Library.

20 Years of Gaelic at Tollcross

Tollcross classGaelic-medium education in Edinburgh is 20 years old this August. A series of events to mark this and other anniversaries lasting well into 2009 kicked of with a special gathering a few weeks ago, Reminiscences.

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