THE new Bard appointed by the Royal National Mòd on Wednesday has said it’s important to be “defiant” when it comes to promoting Gaelic even if there is a narrative that it’s a “dying language”.
Dr Peter Mackay, who works as a senior lecturer in literature at the University of St Andrews, was appointed to the position in recognition of his contribution to the Gaelic literary world.
Part of the role will see Mackay promote the language both at home and further afield.
