Official Opening of S4C

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Start of S4C in 1982.

Report on the official opening of S4C in November 1982,following a lengthy campaign of protest. This significant event in broadcasting history is thought to have played a part in the small percentage rise of Welsh speakers in the 1991 census.
From: The Story of Welsh Future Tense
First broadcast : 12 February 2003

Teachers' notes

Age Group : 11-14,14-16

Subject : History

Topic : Twentieth century world

Keywords : Culture and beliefs

Notes : How significant was the set-up of S4C? How did S4C contribute to the development of the Welsh language?

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