New survey on importance of Cornish language

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The research will help Cornwall Council form a new strategy

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People will be able to offer their opinions on the importance of the Cornish language in a new survey.

It has been launched by experts from the University of Exeter's Institute of Cornish Studies and they want to know more about people's cultural identity.

The research will help Cornwall Council form a new 10-year language and culture strategy.

A spokesperson said it would also show how many people use Cornish language media and what would encourage them to use it more.

Researchers want to know how many people consider themselves as Cornish, their experiences learning and using the language, and their involvement in the Cornish community.

The survey asks people about their thoughts and awareness about government support for Cornish culture, and what the priorities for supporting Cornish culture in the future should be.

The survey is available here, external and the deadline is 22 September.

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