Interpreter and translation services
SIU provides high quality interpreting and translation services, including:
- pre-booked face to face and video interpreting in spoken languages and British Sign Language
- on demand telephone interpreting, once an account has been set up
- on demand written translations in spoken languages and Braille, pending an assessment and quote
- assistance with GCSE speaking exams in Community Languages and SATS support
- bespoke training sessions for organisations on interpreter usage and language services
As a department of Stockport Council we adhere to all of the council’s terms and conditions, working practices and policies.
All interpreter requests are progressed by our friendly and efficient booking team who make sure the customer is kept informed. You can email the team at siu.bookings@stockport.gov.uk.
Our interpreters:
- are accredited in community interpreting
- work to good practice guidelines
- have enhanced DBS checks
- carry a photograph ID badge
- have undertaken safeguarding, Prevent and data protection training