September 2007 – August 2008 CILT, the National Centre for Languages
This research was conducted to underpin the development of a qualification strategy for interpreting and translating. It included extensive desk research on the changing nature of the sector and skills demand and supply. A focus group was held in each of the four countries of the UK with data analysed using Atlas\ti, on-line survey of sector organisations was undertaken and supplementary evidence was gathered through a survey of sector experts. Further information and the report on this work can be accessed at