Cymraeg 2050 subsidy scheme
Subsidy reference no: SC11294 - a scheme to support the Welsh Government's long-term vision for the Welsh language.
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1. Region
All Wales
2. Title of subsidy scheme
Cymraeg 2050
3. UK legal basis
Section 61(k), 70 and 71 of the Government of Wales Act 2006.
4. Objectives of the scheme
This plan is in line with the Cymraeg 2050: million speakers’ strategy, which is the Welsh Government's long-term vision for the Welsh language. This strategy consists of 2 main targets:
- The number of Welsh speakers to reach 1 million by 2050.
- The percentage of the population that speak Welsh daily, and can speak more than just a few words of Welsh, to increase to 20 per cent by 2050.
5. Purpose of the scheme
The purpose of the scheme is to reach the objectives of the Cymraeg 2050 strategy: one million speakers. The scheme will support a range of activities and interventions that aims to increase the use of Welsh language, create new and confident speakers as well as increase the infrastructure of the Welsh language. It will also support a wide range of organisations with experience of operating in the language planning area across Wales. The total budget is an estimate.
6. Public Authority(ies) authorised to implement the Scheme
Welsh Government
7. Category(ies) of eligible enterprise
Public authorities and third sector organisations.
8. Sector(s) to be supported
- Education
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other service activities
9. Duration of the scheme
01 April 2025 to 31 March 2029.
10. Budget for aid under the scheme
£45,000,000
11. Form of support
Grant.
12. Eligibility terms and conditions
This scheme will support a range of organisations that have significant contribution to the language planning field. The scheme will support a range of activities linked to the strategic themes of Cymraeg 2050.
13. Basis for calculating subsidies
The amount of the subsidy will be based on historical allocations and in line with the strategic priorities of Cymraeg 2050 and in accordance with grant funding guidelines. The support will normally be up to 70% of eligible costs.
14. Maximum subsidy allowable under the scheme
£9,500,00
15. Contact information
Subsidy Control Unit
Welsh Government
Cathays Park
Cardiff CF10 3NQ
United Kingdom
Telephone: + 44 (0)3000 604 400
Email: subsidycontrolunit@gov.wales
Rydym yn croesawu galwadau a gohebiaeth yn Gymraeg / We welcome calls and correspondence in Welsh.
