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Edward Glynne Millward born 28 June 1930 and recently passed away on 18 April 2020 also known as Tedi Millward, was a Welsh nationalist politician.

Married to Silvia Hart, they had two children: Llio, who is an actress and singer; and Andras, an author and martial arts trainer, who died in October 2016.

Millward studied at Cathays High School in Cardiff and then the University College of South Wales, before becoming a lecturer.

There has been a surge in interest in Scots Gaelic in recent years and observers are pointing to a tipping point having been reached. Interest in Gaelic is increasing at the same time polling shows renewed support for Scottish Independence.

Cornwall Council calls on government to give Cornwall the recognition it deserves on sixth anniversary of Cornish minority status

Friday 24th April, 2020 marks the sixth anniversary of the Cornish being recognised as a national minority – and while Cornwall Council’s immediate focus is on responding to the coronavirus crisis, the council and partners have expressed concern that the Census Order (England and Wales) laid before Parliament on March 2, 2020, ignores the wishes of many people in Cornwall by not including a Cornish tick box in the 2021 Census.

Another recent stamp issue by the Isle of Man Post Office focuses upon a number of principal artist/lecturers who inspired successive generations of painters at the Douglas School of Art.

Although this year marks the centenary of the school as a publically-funded, educational establishment, its history extends into the nineteenth century. Pupils of the school made their mark world-wide, but recognised their debt towards those who inspired them and fostered their creativity.

Since its inception in 1996, Mooinjer Veggey (Little People) has been successfully promoting Manx Gaelic, through its network of pre-school groups across the Island and its support of the only Manx language school - Bunscoill Ghaelgagh. But it now needs your help to raise more money to enable the organisation to fund its goal of training further staff and production of Manx resource material.

The Isle of Man Post Office is currently celebrating the 250th anniversary of the birth of William Wordsworth, with the release of a delightfully nostalgic stamp collection.

Remembered as one of Britain's best-known romantic poets, this stamp issue captures both the essence and appearance of the Island at the time of his visit in 1833; presented through the use of paintings of the period which reflect his points of destination. Extracts from his work are featured on each stamp.

During the past three years, The Archibald Knox Forum has highlighted the unique work of the Manx born designer and teacher through the medium of talks, exhibitions and films; as well as encouraging enthusiasts to attend regular drop-in events and visit sites associated with Archibald Knox.

But now the Directors of The Archibald Knox Forum (a Manx charity) have laid out ambitious plans to mount the largest exhibition of the designer's work in the world, on the Isle of Man.

As we wage our own war with Covid-19, one of the final productions staged at the Centenary Centre in Peel was a unique double act reflecting in comedic fashion on one of the more distinctive aspects of World War II.

The ubiquitous Home Guard was ultimately revived in peace time by David Croft and Jimmy Perry in the successful TV series Dad's Army; which subsequently transferred to radio.

For the first time during the Coronavirus pandemic a leader of one of the Celtic nations has been tested positive. It has been confirmed that Howard Quayle Chief Minister for the Isle of Man (Manx; Mannin) has tested positive for the virus. It is reported in the Manx media that Mr Quayle has maintained "full control of government," before outlining contingency plans relating to the chain of command should any of the council of ministers fall ill. We wish Howard Quayle a speedy recovery.

In January of last year Transceltic featured an interview with The Placks. The band, based in the Highlands of Scotland, described themselves as "An original mix of melodic punk rock and folk music with a big dollop of rock & roll."