In May, a study commissioned by the Scottish government said children in Scotland should begin learning a second language as soon as they started school at the age of five.

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If you speak more than one language or have thought about learning a second one, here are some industries and jobs where your skills will come in handy.

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She said French is a second language in her home and that her kids are learning to speak it, so being in this country at this time is good for her family.

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