Kernow: The Cornish Reality Rising
Philip Hosking
Volume 8, Number 1 (2009) 8 (1): 1-6
Keywords Nationality, European Union, Human Rights Legislation, Cornish Identity, Devolution, Duchy of Cornwall, Council of Europe Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities, Cornish Fighting Fund, Cultural Heritage, Territorial Rights
Abstract
This article delves into the historical, cultural, and political dimensions of Cornish identity, emphasizing the challenges faced by the Cornish people in asserting their distinctiveness within the UK. It discusses the unique language, traditions, and political aspirations of the Cornish, shedding light on their struggle for autonomy and representation. The author examines the transformation of the Duchy of Cornwall from a 'territorial possession' to a private estate exempt from the Freedom of Information Act. It questions the implications for Cornish history and identity, highlighting the lack of transparency and legal challenges surrounding the Duchy's authority. Ultimately, the piece calls for open debates on Cornish devolution and governance within the UK.
Philip Hosking
Published January 1, 2009
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