Alternative Formats, Translation and Interpretation

Interpreting and Translation Services

South Bedfordshire District Council uses Language Line for interpretation and translation services when a member of the public requires interpretation either on the telephone, in person at the district offices or at any of our Customer Service Centres.

English Language Courses

We are keen to ensure that language does not act as a barrier to access services or to limit community engagement. Shared language should be at the heart of a common set of values for a community. If English is not your first language there are courses available across Bedfordshire to improve your English Language skills. Follow this link to see courses available in Bedfordshire.

Sign Language

For sign language requirements the volunteers based at the district offices can be contacted. Their contact details can be obtained from Human Resources.

For major events, if no one is available within SBDC then a sign language expert can be booked through either of the following:

Services for the Deaf    
The Alban Neve Offices       
Luton
Bedfordshire     
LU2 7NX     
Tel: 01582 546 021   
Fax:01582 547 223

Disability Resource Centre
Poynters Road
49 Old Bedford Road
Dunstable
Bedfordshire
LU4 5TP
Tel: 01582 470 900

Other useful numbers for help and advice:

Sight Concern (Luton): 01582 655 554

Royal National Institute for the Deaf: 0808 808 9000 or 0808 808 123

Royal National Institute for the Blind: 0845 2577 587

Contact

If you need assistance in reading any documents on these pages or would like further information please contact:

Corporate Projects and Performance Team,

South Bedfordshire District Council,
The District Offices,
High Street North,
Dunstable,
Bedfordshire, LU6 1LF

Telephone: 0845 849 6090