Airdrie Academy is in contention for Scots Schuil o the Year at the eighth Scots Language Awards, as voting opens for the public.
The event celebrates the importance of one of Scotland’s indigenous languages to Scottish cultural life. The ‘affa fine’ list of worthy shortlisted individuals and organisations have been recognised for their role in showcasing the language’s richness, expressiveness and distinctiveness.
49 Nominees Across 10 Categories
Talent from across Scotland are among the 49 nominees across 10 categories, with the public able to vote for their winners from today until September 11. The awards will take place at Dundee’s Discovery Point on September 19.
Simon Thounire from award organisers Hands Up For Trad said: "Whit a shortlist we hae this year!"
"It’s fantastic tae see the range o' talent, creativity and commitment tae Scots shinin through, wi nominees comin frae communities richt across the country.
"Scots is a livin, vibrant language that belongs in every pairt o' life, and this year’s nominees show jist that.
"They’re findin new weys tae share it, enjoy it and bring it tae new audiences, while makin sure it remains a proud and important pairt o' Scotland’s culture."
"Noo it’s ower tae the public tae hae their say. We hope folk will get behind their favourites and vote, afore we bring everybody thegither in Dundee for a richt guid celebration."
Ceremony Hosts and Performers
Hosted by Scots ambassadors Lynne Campbell and Taylor Dyson, the ceremony will also feature performances from acclaimed Scots artists including award-winning singer Iona Fyfe, Shetland writer Yvonne Tait, traditional singer Scott Gardiner and poet Hugh Macmillan.
The Scots Language Awards are run by cultural advocacy organisation Hands Up for Trad, who are responsible for the likes of the BBC Traditional Musician of the Year competition, the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards and World Gaelic Week.
The event’s partners and sponsors include the Scottish Government, National Library of Scotland, Education Scotland, Qualifications Scotland, Scottish Book Trust and TRACS.
Voting is running now until September 11 via www.scotslanguageawards.com.
