Dentists urged to use plain English to avoid confusing patients
Union calls on dental professionals to use plain English when communicating with patients and colleagues.
Software to end business speak on conference calls? Early April launch proves too good to be true
Communications provider Logitech’s new software promised to put an end to business speak on conference calls…
New Zealand Names its Plain English Heroes and Villains
The winners of New Zealand's 2017 Plain English Awards were recently announced, recognising the organisations that have excelled in their communication.
‘Drop the Jargon’ day urges local government and health services to use plain language
Health and local government professionals in Australia were urged to ditch the jargon and use plain language during today's annual 'Drop the Jargon Day'.
Australian bank simplifies loan contracts for business customers
An Australian bank has overhauled its small business loan contracts by introducing plain English and cutting the length of the documents.
Language experts reveal list of ‘lost’ English words
Researchers have compiled a list of 30 'lost' English words and asked the public to vote for the ones they'd like to see returned to modern life.
Plain English overhaul for Australian Department of Human Services website
Australia’s Department of Human Services has revamped the content of its website to meet plain English standards.
Supermarket’s ‘Isle of White’ typo leads to 10,000 bags being scrapped
UK supermarket chain Asda is having to reprint 10,000 shopping bags, after spelling 'Isle of Wight' incorrectly.