Language matters: the value of interpreter and translation services when accessing health and social care

The unavailability of timely interpreter and translation services is causing significant delays to some people accessing essential health and social care services and/or appointments, affecting healthcare outcomes for many. 

Join us as we bring together residents, community members and representatives, healthcare professionals and providers, and voluntary and community sector organisations to discuss these concerns, and to explore the next steps to improve patient safety and to ensure equitable healthcare outcomes for all.