We can no longer dismiss Latin as a dead language. It's in the middle of a real revival, says Will Griffiths   more »

On Friday 8th December, Boris Johnson came to talk on the value of Classics at Cheney School on behalf of the iris project.   more »

MP Boris Johnson was cheered to the rafters when he held forth in an ancient language at an Oxford school.   more »

Little or no controversy, and lots of praise for Latin, from Harry Mount himself (all positive - no side-swipes, except at governments who have 'drummed out' Latin), and from a number of enthusiasts, one of whom was not taught Latin but praises the benefits of what he has picked up 'from music and a teach-yourself book I once tried.'   more »

How did I miss Mary Beard's entry on November 30th under the title 'Let them learn Latin'? It is not only worth reading itself, but has drawn a number of very interesting comments. Read it here.   more »