People across Scotland are being invited to celebrate those championing the Scots leid as nominations for the Scots Language Awards 2026 open.
Returning to Dundee’s Discovery Point in September, the awards recognise the people, organisations and communities that are working to ensure one of Scotland’s indigenous languages continues to flourish in everyday life.
Now in their eighth year, the awards celebrate Scots used in all aspects of society, from education and business to literature, music and theatre, with nominations open until Sunday, August 9.
Organisers of the awards, Hands up for Trad, are encouraging the public to nominate those who make an outstanding contribution to the language, including teachers inspiring the next generation, performers putting the language on stage, businesses embracing Scots, and community projects promoting the language.