Interpreting

Working in over 150 languages, our interpreters are rigorously vetted before they can work with us. Our interpreters are experienced and can speak at least two languages. For full details, please view our Quality Assurance policy.

It is normal practice for an interpreter to interpret from a language that is foreign to them, or at least not their mother tongue, into their mother tongue. In this way, their understanding of meaning in the source language will be rendered in the language in which they are most skilful.

We fully understand that when an interpreter is required sometimes only a minimal amount of notice can be given. That is why our project managers will respond immediately to a request for an interpreter. The more notice you are able to give us however, the more chance there is of a suitable interpreter being available on the requested day and time, and as close to the venue as possible.

Interpreters have to work 'in the field', without time for reflection or reference. Unlike translators, they cannot access reference sources. It therefore goes without saying that they need to be linguistically competent. They also need to be socially and occupationally knowledgeable and resourceful.

On an assignment, all our interpreters adhere to the following code of practice:

• the interpreter shall render a complete and accurate interpretation
• the interpreter shall remain impartial
• the interpreter shall maintain confidentiality of all assignments
• the interpreter shall confine him/herself to the role of interpreting
• the interpreter shall be culturally sensitive.

Our interpreters behave and present themselves professionally. They understand the need for punctuality and compliance with any security or other matters when on clients’ premises.

Many of our interpreters have undertaken a Criminal Records Bureau check. Please ask us if you particularly need an interpreter who has been CRB checked.

Interpreting Taster Course

Have you ever thought of getting into interpreting, but don’t quite know where to start? Find out more.

Contact us for a quotation for any of our language services.

Telephone interpreting

24/7 access to our telephone interpreters in over 150 languages. Find out more about our telephone interpreting service.

Consecutive/face-to-face interpreting

Our qualified and vetted interpreters each have their own area of specialisation. They are experienced in rendering the message clearly and accurately. Find out more about our consecutive/face-to-face interpreting service.

British Sign Language (BSL) interpreting

Our trained and vetted BSL interpreters are experienced in working between British Sign Language and English. Find out more about our British Sign Language interpreting service.

Court interpreting

Working in over 100 languages, one of our vetted legal interpreters will provide the professional service you need. Find out more about our court interpreting service.

Lip speaking

Some deaf and hard-of-hearing people visually interpret the movements of the lips, face and tongue of people talking as a method of communication. Find out more about our lip speaking service.

Sign Supported English

Sign Supported English takes the signs from British Sign Language and uses them in the order that the words would be spoken in English. Find out more about our Sign Supported English service.

Simultaneous interpreting and simultaneous interpreting equipment hire

Our experienced and skilled simultaneous interpreters will ensure the success of your conference or event. We can even supply and setup all the simultaneous interpreting equipment. Find out more about our simultaneous interpreting service and equipment hire.

Speech to text/Palantype

Our trained speech-to-text reporters facilitate communication between deaf, hard-of-hearing and hearing people. Find out more about our speech to text/palantype service.