Plain English editing
Plain English
Plain English is a style of presenting information that helps someone understand what they read or hear first time. By applying plain English guidelines, you will use appropriate language, detail and design to help readers quickly find the information they need. This is important for public information of course, but it is just as important for internal documents, particularly those that must be understood by all members of an organisation.
NALA's plain English support includes advice and training, as well as professional editing. We also offer accreditation for clear documents through the Plain English Mark.
For more information please see our website www.simplyput.ie
A range of organisations have used the service, including:
- the Communications Regulator (ComReg),
- EBS Building Society,
- Dublin City Council,
- Health Service Executive,
- Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions,
- Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement (ODCE), and
- Road Safety Authority.
We also produce resources for organisations such as plain English guides to legal, financial, citizenship, political and environmental terms and "Simply put", an interactive CD-ROM that features plain English tips, exercises, glossaries and sample documents.
