As of Friday 28th January, British sign language is on its way to become an official recognised language in the UK, after a in bill parliament that received government support (a bill is a draft of a proposed law that is presented to the parliament).
Although BSL was recognised as an 'official' language by the across the nation to take up the BSL mantle, benefitting both themselves and the deaf community. UK government in 2003, it does not have the same legal protections as Welsh or Gaelic, for example.
If BSL was more recognised, it would improve the visibility and accessibility of deaf people across the country. It will encourage government departments and public bodies to follow the guidance of giving deaf people access to education, employment, public services such as the NHS.
The recognition of the bill is partly thankful for the beloved Rose Ayling-Elis - the first deaf contestant of Strictly come dancing - who promoted and encouraged people to back the bill.
The recognition of the bill is partly thankful for the beloved Rose Ayling-Elis - the first deaf contestant of Strictly come dancing - who promoted and encouraged people to back the bill.
The final reading is expected to take place in March and hopefully if granted the lives of deaf people will bed improved and is a significant step towards to ensure that deaf people are not excluded from reaching their potential.
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