A week-long programme of events to mark Ulster-Scots Language Week is being held in Derry from November 21 to 25.

This year, Derry City and Strabane District Council is partnering with the Ulster-Scots Agency to offer a diverse programme of events which includes poetry, storytelling, short film, creative writing workshops, lectures, language learning opportunities and a unique project which blends electronic dance music and the spoken word.

Event organiser Pól Ó Frighil said “We’re delighted to be working with local Ulster-Scots writers, poets, musicians and academics to showcase the rich heritage of the Ulster-Scots tradition in all its forms. We’re also delighted to have the continued support of the Ulster-Scots Agency in our efforts to promote greater awareness of the language throughout the Council area. All the events in our programme are free and located within accessible venues, so we hope we can encourage as many people as possible to engage with the language during this unique week in our events calendar.”

Gillian Pearson, Director of Development with the Ulster-Scots Agency said “The Agency is proud to partner with Derry City and Strabane District Council again this year to deliver a diverse programme of events building awareness of the language and showcasing the rich tradition of Ulster-Scots throughout the Council area.  Now in its fourth year, Ulster-Scots Language Week is going from strength to strength.”

The full programme of events is available at www.derrystrabane.com/ulsterscotsweek

All events in the programme are free but booking is essential. To book a place at any of the events please contact ulsterscots@derrystrabane.com.