Analysis and Comment
Just as you thought the court interpreting contract was delivering savings
Two unrelated reports from independent sources (a solicitor and a court reporter) resurface
The unknown side of public service interpreting
As the debates are heating up in the run-up to Britain’s referendum on its EU membership, news editors seek stories with any links to the issue.
Can a Tribunal hearing continue without an interpreter when one is requested?
In the case of Hak v St Christopher’s Fellowship the claimant, who had some understanding of English, requested the assistance of an interpreter in advance of the tribunal hearing. Unfortunately there were no interpreters available on the day of the hearing.
‘Critical shortage’ of translators willing to work in cash-strapped public sector
Cost pressures affecting public bodies are risking the quality of translation services, a survey has suggested – potentially creating further costs through medical misunderstandings, delays to court proceedings and other errors.
