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MHK and gin founder recognised for use of Manx language

Londeyr award honours those who speak Manx in everyday settings

A politician and a businesswoman have been recognised for using and promoting the Manx language.

Douglas East MHK Joney Faragher and Fynoderee founder Tiffany Kerruish both received the Londeyr award at this year's Cooish Manx Language Festival.

The prize honours those who use Manx in their day to day lives.

Ms Faragher was inspired to include more Manx phrases during Tynwald sittings after a presentation by Manx Language Office Ruth Keggin-Gell, and says it's been a great addition:

Tiffany's company uses Manx images and language on its gin bottles:

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