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Interpreters in short supply

Many people who don’t speak one of Switzerland’s national languages have to rely on an interpreter. In recent years, the number of hours worked by interpreters has increased markedly. This is because there is a lack of well-trained interpreters in Switzerland. (SRF/swissinfo.ch)

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