Mod 2019

Glasgow's Lord Provost has accept the Mòd flag, signalling the return of the Royal National Mod to the city.

The Mòd takes place in Glasgow in October 2019 in its first visit to the city in 29 years.

The event is expected to attract around 12,000 visitors and generate approximately £2.5m for the local economy.

Lord Provost Eva Bolander was presented with the flag by children from the city's Gaelic schools.

The Lord Provost said: "As a keen amateur piper and proud ambassador for our city and its rich cultural heritage, it's an honour to accept the Mòd flag.

"I know everyone involved in this exceptional event is very excited. We've been preparing for this unique event with An Comunn Gàidhealach and its local organising committee since our successful bid back in 2015.

“Competitors and visitors can count on a warm reception experiencing our citizens' world- famous hospitality and friendliness.”

Gaelic has been spoken and heard in Glasgow for hundreds of years but the language began to grow with the movement of people from the Highlands and Islands who came to live and work on the banks of the River Clyde.

The city is experiencing a modern-day surge in Gaelic's development. More than 1000 youngsters are taught through Gaelic medium education in Glasgow.

Donald-Iain Brown, convenor of the local organising committee, said: "We're working hard to deliver an exciting programme of events across a series of city venues.

“Our ambition is to stage a memorable Mod for competitors, their families and friends and wider audiences. We're extremely proud to be showcasing our finest Gaelic talent, culture and heritage at this festival.”

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