S4C announces 100% subtitling target
13-Oct-2008
S4C is to increase its commitment to access services by adopting a 100% subtitling target by the end of 2009.
This target for English subtitles is above the Ofcom requirement for S4C, but will be subject to rights.
In addition to S4C’s television service, English subtitles will also be provided on most programmes available to view on-demand on broadband, at s4c.co.uk/clic.
The subtitles are part of a package of services provided by S4C to help deaf, hard of hearing, blind and partially sighted people enjoy the Channel’s programmes.
Signing in British Sign Language (BSL), audio description and podcasts are among the other services provided on S4C programmes.
The subtitling news comes as S4C announces a package of new services for Welsh learners.
Welsh-language education and publishing company, Acen, has won a contract in open competition to develop and extend the services currently available for learners.
Working with Cube Interactive, the company will develop content and applications for learners at all levels, whether language novices or fluent speakers.
Iona Jones, S4C’s Chief Executive, said, “The 100% subtitling target and range of other access services, along with our comprehensive resources for Welsh learners, form part of S4C’s commitment to making the Channel accessible to all viewers in Wales and across the UK.”