West Yorkshire Launches Digital Inclusion Initiative to Boost Employment Prospects
A new initiative in West Yorkshire aims to address digital exclusion by providing free laptops, Wi-Fi access, and digital skills training. The program targets the 20% of working-age residents lacking essential digital capabilities for employment. Funded by £250,000 from the Department for Work and Pensions, the scheme will expand across multiple counties after launching in Leeds.
Digital Inclusion Program Targets Employment Barriers
West Yorkshire has launched a comprehensive digital inclusion initiative designed to tackle unemployment by addressing the digital skills gap, according to reports from local authorities. The program will provide free laptops, Wi-Fi access, and digital skills training to residents across the region, with sources indicating this could significantly impact employment prospects for those currently excluded from digital opportunities.