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Written question asked by Connor Rand (Labour) on Thursday, 10 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 14 September 2026. It was answered by Anna Turley (Labour) on Thursday, 24 September 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.


Asylum: Translation Services

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of the standard of service provided by translators working on asylum claims.

Answer

We are satisfied with the standard of service provided by translators working on asylum claims. All interpreters conducting an assignment for the Home Office must adhere to a strict Code of Conduct to maintain the integrity of the profession. The Code of Conduct sets out clear expectations around impartiality, and the standards of conduct and behaviour interpreters are required to meet.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
28934
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Asylum Standards Translation services
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk