The Welsh Language Standards (No. 1) Regulations 2015

The Welsh Language Standards (No. 1) Regulations 2015 Standards 61 to 63

Schedule 1
Part 1

Standards relating to signs displayed by a body

Section 61:

When you erect a new sign or renew a sign (including temporary signs), any text displayed on the sign must be displayed in Welsh (whether on the same sign as you display corresponding English language text or on a separate sign); and if the same text is displayed in Welsh and in English, you must not treat the Welsh language text less favourably than the English language text.

Section 62:

When you erect a new sign or renew a sign (including temporary signs) which conveys the same information in Welsh and in English, the Welsh-language text must be positioned so that it is likely to be read first.

Standard 63:

You must ensure that the Welsh language text on signs is accurate in terms of meaning and expression.

Schedule 1 Part 1	Standards relating to signs displayed by a body
Section 61:	When you erect a new sign or renew a sign (including temporary signs), any text displayed on the sign must be displayed in Welsh (whether on the same sign as you display corresponding English language text or on a separate sign); and if the same text is displayed in Welsh and in English, you must not treat the Welsh language text less favourably than the English language text.
Section 62:	When you erect a new sign or renew a sign (including temporary signs) which conveys the same information in Welsh and in English, the Welsh-language text must be positioned so that it is likely to be read first.
Standard 63:	You must ensure that the Welsh language text on signs is accurate in terms of meaning and expression.

The Welsh Language Commissioner can provide further guidance on queries relating to the inclusion of the Welsh language on street signs. https://www.welshlanguagecommissioner.wales/