Interpreting Services

We are an independent specialist provider of sign language interpreting and translation services. We have extensive experience in the sign language interpreting and translation field. Our interpreting and translation service is based on the principle of forming connections, matching a project with suitable language professionals. We train many of our interpreters and translators ourselves, so we’re best positioned to make meaningful, human connections between client and language professional. We’re not about filling contracts; we focus on delivering high quality interpreting and translation services. If you are looking for a specialist, tailor-made service, get in touch!

BSL is the indigenous signed language of the British Isles (used in England, Wales, Scotland and certain parts of Northern Ireland). In 2003, the UK government recognised BSL as a language in its own right, following decades of research into the linguistic structure of BSL. BSL has its own vocabulary and grammar distinct to those of English. In this respect, BSL is just like any spoken language and is not a ‘signed’ form of English.

The British Deaf Association (2018) estimates that there are 150,000 native users of BSL in the UK and who rely on BSL/English Interpreters to access public services, such as healthcare, education and community services. This figure does not include non-native users of BSL (people who use BSL as a second language).

There is a huge diversity of signed languages across the world with different countries having their own native signed languages. Many deaf people have moved to the UK from Europe. They do not know BSL but they are fluent in their own native signed languages, e.g. Polish Sign Language. In these cases, international sign interpreting services should be sought.