What priority it gives within its Gaelic policy to enabling adults to learn Gaelic as a second language.

The Scottish Executive attaches high priority to enabling adults to learn Gaelic as a second language. The main responsibility for the delivery of this rests with education authorities and the further and higher education sectors. However, an important contribution is also made by a number of Gaelic bodies and institutions that receive direct funding from the Executive. Education authorities may also bid into the specific grant scheme for this purpose. I also expect Bòrd Gàidhlig to address the issues arising for Gaelic learners.