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thebigword Celebrates Double Win at ATC Language Industry Awards 2025

We’re pleased to announce that thebigword has been named both Company of the Year and Innovator of the Year at the Association of Translation Companies (ATC) Language Industry Awards 2025. The annual ATC Awards celebrate excellence across the language services sector, recognising companies and professionals who are driving innovation, delivering impact, and setting new standards…

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Signapse Partnership Case Study

Signapse is the UK’s leading AI company in the Deaf and hard of hearing sector. They are a pioneer in AI-driven accessibility, specialising in real-time sign language translation. Their innovative technology uses generative AI to convert written content into British Sign Language (BSL), helping to make communication more inclusive for Deaf communities. With a strong…

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Bridging the Gap: How Interpreting Enhances Access to Benefits and Social Support

Language barriers continue to prevent thousands of UK residents from accessing the benefits they are entitled to. For many residents across the UK, accessing state benefits is a lifeline, but for those with limited English proficiency (LEP), it can be a daunting and confusing experience. From Universal Credit applications to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments,…

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thebigword receives TIDE award from the Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion

We’re proud to announce that thebigword has been awarded Bronze in the 2025 TIDE Awards!  The Talent Inclusion and Diversity Evaluation (TIDE) Awards, run by the Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion (Onvero), are a respected benchmarking initiative that evaluates how organisations are progressing on their diversity and inclusion journey. Receiving a Bronze Award reflects the strong…

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thebigword Wins Multiple Honours at the 22nd Annual International Business Awards®

We’re proud to announce that thebigword was named the winner of three Stevie® Awards in The 22nd Annual International Business Awards® The International Business Awards are the world’s premier business awards program. All individuals and organizations worldwide – public and private, for-profit and non-profit, large and small – are eligible to submit nominations. The 2025…

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thebigword Celebrates Triple Finalist Success at the Yorkshire HR Awards 2025

thebigword is proud to announce that its exceptional HR team has been shortlisted across three prestigious categories at the 2025 Yorkshire Excellence in HR Awards, a celebration of the region’s most inspiring and impactful people professionals. The nominations highlight thebigword’s continued commitment to excellence in people management and workplace culture. The HR Team have been…

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thebigword Named as Finalist in Two Prestigious ATC Language Industry Awards  

We’re thrilled to announce that thebigword has been shortlisted as a finalist in two major categories at the 2025 ATC Language Industry Awards: Company of the Year and Innovator of the Year (Spyros Spyrou – Technology Director at thebigword)  These nominations are a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and impact in the…

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Setting the Standard: How ISO Certifications Define thebigword’s Excellence

In a global marketplace where trust, quality, and security are paramount, thebigword stands out as a leader in language services, not just for our innovative technology and global reach, but for our unwavering commitment to internationally recognised standards. Our extensive portfolio of ISO certifications is a testament to our unwavering commitment to quality, security, sustainability,…

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thebigword Celebrates Global Head of People & Talent Shortlisted for Prestigious CIPD People Management Award

thebigword is proud to announce that our Global Head of People & Talent, Chris Whiting, has been shortlisted for the highly esteemed CIPD People Management Awards 2025, recognising outstanding achievements and innovation in the field of people management and development. The CIPD People Management Awards, hosted by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD),…

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thebigword Celebrates Success and Innovation at the British Business Awards 2025

Global language service provider thebigword is proud to announce it has won the Business Innovation of the Year Award and was named runner-up for International Business of the Year at the prestigious British Business Awards 2025. These awards recognise the company’s significant investment in technology, with over £15 million dedicated to the development of WordSynk,…

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The Lord Mayor of Leeds Officially Opens thebigword’s New Wellbeing Room

thebigword was honoured to welcome Lord Mayor of Leeds, Abigail Marshall Katung, to our Head Office for the official opening of our brand-new Wellbeing Room, a dedicated space designed to support the health, wellbeing, and inclusivity of our employees. This event provided a fantastic opportunity to showcase our ongoing commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive,…

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thebigword supports HMP Wealstun in Rehabilitation Efforts

At thebigword, we are committed to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and actively seek opportunities to make a positive impact in our communities. As part of this commitment, we have been building a strong relationship with The New Futures Network at HMP Wealstun in Wetherby, supporting rehabilitation efforts and helping individuals prepare for a successful reintegration…

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