Cyngor Gwynedd has published its annual report on language standards in the workplace.

The local authority says it's taken positive steps in the past year to ensure its services are provided in Welsh by default, including staff training and compliance monitoring.

More than 99% of the council's staff are proficient in Welsh, which is considered an essential skill for all of its roles.

Cyngor Gwynedd leader Nia Jeffreys said: "Cyngor Gwynedd has a long and proud history of leadership in language matters and I am proud of the continuous progress that is being made."

"It brings great satisfaction to know that any member of the public who receives a service from Cyngor Gwynedd will be able to be confident of knowing that they will receive that service in Welsh."

The council says it wants to set a national example in ensuring the Welsh language is "a living and active language within its administrative structures and public services".

Work has been carried out to increase awareness of the council's language policy as well as training available among staff, including refresher sessions for new recruits who are not used to working through the language.

Guidance is also provided on Welsh language standards.

Cllr Llio Elenid Owen, cabinet member for the Welsh language, added: "I'm delighted that the residents of Gwynedd have the opportunity to use their Welsh across all the services the council provides."

"The annual report is an opportunity for us to highlight the good work being done by staff across all the council's departments, and I'm looking forward to seeing another year of implementation, and ensuring that promoting the Welsh language is a key part of all the council's work."