West Yorkshire Launches Digital Inclusion Program with Free Devices and Training
A new digital inclusion program in West Yorkshire will provide free laptops, internet access, and digital skills training to tackle unemployment. The initiative, funded by £250,000 from the Department of Work and Pensions, aims to address the 20% digital skills gap among working-age residents.
Digital Skills Gap Addressed Through New Initiative
West Yorkshire has launched a comprehensive digital inclusion program to tackle unemployment by providing free laptops, wi-fi access, and digital skills training, according to reports from the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. Sources indicate that approximately 20% of the working-age population in the region currently lack the necessary digital skills to secure employment.