PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Government Departments: Interpreters (4 October 2024)
Question Asked
Asked by:
Chris Hinchliff (Labour)
Answer
Government departments can access interpreters through the Crown Commercial Service’s RM6141 Language Services agreement, which offers innovative language solutions tailored to meet the core needs of the public sector.
To secure a place on the RM6141 Language Services framework, all suppliers must be prepared to provide proof of their interpreters’ qualifications upon request. The specific level of qualification required will depend on the services being procured. Additionally, when purchasing through this agreement, buyers may request the following information:
list of qualifications including supporting evidence
list of security clearances held including supporting evidence
list of previous experience and supporting evidence
evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Answered by:
Georgia Gould (Labour)
14 October 2024
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