BSL (Scotland) Act 2015

The Scottish Government's information, resources and guidance for public bodies related to the BSL (Scotland) Act 2015

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What is the BSL (Scotland) Act 2015?

The British Sign Language (Scotland) Act 2015 recognises BSL as a language and supports its use, development and promotion across Scotland.

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    • BSL National Plan
    2017-2023

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    2017-2023

    • BSL Local Plans

      Local plans help deliver the BSL Act in communities across Scotland

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