The document discusses the linguistic issue in Ireland through four main sections. It first provides background on the Celtic languages and their history in Ireland. Second, it discusses the introduction and spread of English in Ireland from the 12th century onward. Third, it examines nationalism, language and identity in Ireland. Finally, it outlines language planning efforts by the Irish government in education, Gaeltacht regions, and public services to promote the Irish language.

1. The Linguistic Issue in Ireland

4.  One of the main issues considered by Celtic Studies is the meaning of the term “Celtic” itself.  From a scientific point of view, the word “Celtic” is primarily a linguistic term, and it refers to a group of Indoeuropean languages which developped in the European Continent some 5,000 years ago.  Science does not consider, up to now, that the term “Celtic” has something to do with a distinctive culture, a particular ethnic group, a religion or a kind of music.

8. 2. Some notes about The english language In ireland

12. 3. Nationalism, Language And identity

16. 4. Language planning In Ireland

19. The Linguistic Issue in Ireland