Individuals

English is not enough. 94% of the world's population does not speak English as their first language. (David Crystal, Bangor University)

We hope that's given you food for thought. But maybe you're new to languages - how can they really help you? Or you could be wondering exactly how the languages you speak already can enrich your life - at work and at play. You probably couldn't be in a better place - resident Londoners alone speak over 300 languages - so when you add in tourism generated by the 2012 Games and international trade and investment, languages can become a vital string to your bow.

RLN London will show you why learning languages is important and how to find the ideal course - as well as how varied your career options can be and how to land the perfect languages job. We also explore the value of learning and working with Community Languages, and the opportunities that those who speak the languages of London's resident population can enjoy.