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Breaking language barriers | Improving NHS interpreting services for BAME communities
Explore key takeaways from the BME Health Forum meeting, highlighting challenges in NHS interpreting services, the importance of confidentiality, patient rights, and innovative solutions for improving healthcare access for Global Majority communities.
Deafblind Awareness Week | Breaking barriers, building connections
Did you know that over 160 million people worldwide live with deafblindness? Despite how widespread it is, deafblindness remains one of the most misunderstood disabilities. Many people assume it means a total loss of sight and hearing, but this isn’t always the case....
Ahead of the curve | Delivering seamless interpreting and translation services throughout the UK
In an increasingly multilingual and compliance driven UK, organisations across the public and private sectors need interpreting and translation services that go beyond meeting the basics. They need solutions that anticipate change, simplify complexity, and deliver...
The importance of everyday communication with Deaf people
Deaf, not silent Deafness is often misunderstood as silence, a complete disconnection from communication. But being Deaf does not mean being silent or unwilling to connect. In reality, Deaf people communicate in rich, expressive ways and deserve the same level of...
Can an interpreter be a family member?
Why is it highly discouraged to use a family member as an interpreter? While it may seem convenient to rely on a family member to interpret during appointments, this practice can lead to significant risks and complications depending on the setting. Professional...
How Maslow’s Hierarchy can elevate interpreting and translation services in healthcare
In today’s increasingly interconnected world, the demand for precise, inclusive, and culturally sensitive interpreting and translation services in healthcare is greater than ever. Silent Sounds stands at the forefront of this vital industry, continuously raising the...
The future of interpretation services | On-demand video vs. face-to-face
On-demand remote video for efficient, reliable, and cost-effective interpretation services In today’s fast-paced, interconnected world, the need for efficient, reliable, and cost-effective interpretation and language services has never been greater. Whether for...
Silent Sounds awarded position on Crown Commercial Service framework
Silent Sounds has been awarded the translations and interpreters framework under the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) RM6302 framework to provide interpretation and translation services across the UK public sector. This framework allows public bodies to access...
Setting the standards with ISO 18841:2018 certification
At Silent Sounds, we are proud to announce that after our 2025 surveillance audit, we conform to ISO 18841:2018 accreditation, a significant milestone that reaffirms our position as the industry’s leading provider of interpretation and translation services. Raising...
Celebrating International Translation Day | Bridging communication gaps with our services
September 30th marks International Translation Day, a day dedicated to recognising the invaluable contribution of translators and interpreters in global communication. At Silent Sounds, a premier interpreting agency in the UK, we take this opportunity to celebrate the...
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