Communities and Local Government written question – answered at on 30 January 2007.
To ask the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government what steps her Department is taking to promote the use of the English language in the UK.
The Department recognises the importance of promoting the use of the English language in ensuring effective integration, continuing good race relations and building community cohesion. Knowledge of English increases individuals' employment prospects, educational outcomes, and the ease with which they can carry out day to day life. The Government actively promote English language proficiency. English is part of the national curriculum. Since 2001 we have invested over £1 billion in English for speakers of other languages (ESOL); over 1.8 million ESOL learning opportunities have been taken up; and over 160,000 learners have achieved a first 'Skills for Life' ESOL qualification. Those wishing to become British citizens are required to show language competence and from
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