Written questions

Department for Culture, Media and Sport: Translation Services

Commons · Question 61610 · Tabled 20 Jun 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 30 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Rupert Lowe

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, how much their Department has spent on (a) translation and (b) interpretation for languages other than (i) British Sign Language and (ii) languages native to the UK for people contacting (A) thei

Answer

Answered by Stephanie Peacock, 30 Jun 2025

DCMS does not hold information to the level of detail requested within its finance system or procurement system.Language service needs and spend are assessed to ensure these services offer good value for money for taxpayers while maintaining high standard...