Our work
The Welsh Language Commissioner's main statutory aim is to promote and facilitate the use of the Welsh language. The Commissioner's vision is for a Wales where people can use Welsh in their everyday lives. For more information about our work and the latest news visit the news page.
Report on the performance of organisations 2024-25
Quick facts:
The Welsh Language Commissioner was established by the Welsh Language (Wales) Measure 2011.
Staff work for the Welsh Language Commissioner in locations across Wales.
The Commissioner facilitates the use of the Welsh language through regulation and promotion work.
124 public organisations are implementing Welsh language standards.
We distribute an average of 50,000 Iaith Gwaith resources annually.
We are responsible for the List of Standardised Welsh Place-names that includes over 3,000 places.
Latest News
Thu, 17 Jul 2025
Wrecsam National Eisteddfod 2025 (2 -9 August)
Tue, 15 Jul 2025
Empowering the Welsh Language through strong governance
Mon, 07 Jul 2025
A focus on Welsh in the workplace
Thu, 19 Jun 2025
Commissioner publishes ambitious manifesto
Wed, 11 Jun 2025
Invitation to Cottbus/Chóśebuz
Fri, 23 May 2025