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Gaelic quango calls for free ferry travel for under 22s to help language


YOUNG people under the age of 22 should be entitled to free ferry as well as bus travel to ensure parity for those living on the islands and to help protect the future of Gaelic, it has been urged.
Bòrd na Gàidhlig (BnG), Scotland s Gaelic quango, said failing to address ferry fare costs will make Gaelic-speaking islands less attractive compared to mainland areas . 
The Scottish Government committed to extending free bus travel to under 22s earlier this year as part of a Budget deal with the Greens. 
But BnG said young people living in the islands could be disadvantaged because they have to use ferries and not just road transport to access opportunities. ....

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