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public service interpreter (A public service interpreter means an interpreter who works in the context of public services, such as the legal profession, health services and local government related services, which include housing, education, welfare, environmental health and social services. An interpreter shall only carry out work which s/he believes is within her/his linguistic and the relevant specialist competence. An interpreter shall interpret truly and faithfully what is uttered, without adding, omitting or changing anything; in exceptional circumstances a summary may be given if requested. An interpreters shall ensure that s/he understands the relevant procedures of the professional context in which s/he is working, including any special terminology; Chartered Institute of Linguists Alex_Odeychuk) |
