London Borough of Hackney, GB expands digital access for adult learners with laptops and support

London Borough of Hackney, GB Adult Learner Digital Access

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The borough secured 220 laptops for delivery to Hackney adults registered in council-approved learning programs. Laptop recipients had broken, outdated, or shared computers that provided inconsistent access to course materials. Participants received virtual setup assistance along with ongoing technical support for their households. This program complements borough efforts at expanded high-speed Internet access and digital inclusion for young residents.

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London Borough of Hackney, GB

London borough in England

United Kingdom

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Digitally excluded adult learners set for boost as Council secures more than 200 laptops

Efforts to tackle the digital divide in Hackney have been boosted after 220 laptops were secured for adult learners this week. The Council’s funding bid of £113,000 from the Greater London Authority (GLA) was approved at Cabinet on Wednesday, March 17, meaning hundreds of residents who have been digitally excluded from adult learning courses wil...

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