MenterIaith Môn

 

Promoting Bilingualism in Business

 

One of thepriorities for Menter Iaith Môn is to promote the use of Welshin business. The following businesses have realised the benefitsof bilingualism.

 

Huw John Jones - Pili Palas

"As we have used both languages from the start, the highlight for us was receiving the Welsh Language Board and National Eisteddfod’s Business Award. Making use of Welsh and English has been a definite advantage for us as a business"

John Jones - Nwyddau John, Beaumaris

"Having both English and Welsh on our sign in a bilingual area makes perfect business sense"

David Lea-Wilson - Halen Môn

"Developing a product with a Welsh high quality image was important to the positioning of Halen Môn, as the Best Sea Salt in Britain. A Welsh name and a good design including the Welsh is essential."

 

The Facts

 

Research work by NOP carried out in Wales showed that:

  • 88% consider the Welsh Language something to be proud of.

  • 82% favour bilingual signs

  • 75% favour equal status for Welsh and English

According to research by Menter Iaith Môn, this is the opinion of your customers:

  • 84% support Welsh in Business

  • 74% of Welsh speakers are more likely use a business that offers a bilingual service

  • 93% of Welsh speakers favour a Welsh service in Shops, Pubs and Post Offices

 

What can Menter Môn offer you?

 

  • Bilingual Signage Grant

  • Assistance towards translation

  • Language Courses

  • Help and Advice to Advertise bilingually

  • Advice on Bilingual Services

  • Help and advice on forming a Language Policy

 

For more information and afree starter pack, E-Mail
with I wish to receive a Bilingualism Pack forBusiness
in the Subject field.

 

We are grateful for the
support of the following:

 

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