Why is it a good idea to learn Welsh?

Why is it a good idea to learn Welsh?

Adults learning Welsh. Image: National Centre for Learning Welsh Aran Jones Author, SaySomethingIn It’s just occurred to me that I’ve been writing articles about how to learn Welsh, but that lots of Nation.cymru readers might not even be trying to learn Welsh (yet!). I know. It was a shocking thought for me too. Here’s why you should give it a go. First up, simple neurological selfishness. Learning a language is one of the healthiest things you …

Welsh Government care ratings rank Bridgend “good” or “excellent” in most areas

Bridgend Council’s Cabinet will discuss a report summarising the inspections of care homes and care services managed by the council (pdf). The assessments were carried out by Care Inspectorate Wales between March 2024 and January 2025. New care home ratings system launched by Welsh Government The Welsh Government recently launched a new rating system for care homes and care services. These ratings were already being used “silently”/not published…