Conservative and Unionist Party (Scottish)

There is no reference to the Scots language in the party manifesto

Labour Party (Scottish)

The manifesto states that:

“[…] given its diverse nature, we will investigate the best way to promote Scots and  will work to build a consensus on the most appropriate role in our society for it.”

Liberal Democrats (Scottish)

There is no reference to the Scots language in the party manifesto

Scottish Green Party

The manifesto states that:

“We will support measures to enhance the status and use of Gaelic and Scots” and that “we recognise the benefits and importance of supporting Scotland’s many languages, including Scots, Gaelic, ethnic minority languages and British Sign Language through their inclusion in education and multilingual public information.”

Scottish National Party

The manifesto states that:

“We will promote an increased awareness of Scots and its literature. This will include introducing a question on Scots in the census and ensuring that European obligations to develop the language are honoured. We will actively encourage the use of Scots in education, broadcasting and the arts.”