More digital hubs expected in Essex to get people online
14 more DigiHubs will launch across Essex later this year, on top of the four already existing
Fourteen more community digital hubs, or DigiHubs, are exptected to lauch across Essex later this year to help people learn essential digital skills, get online, and access a digital device.
Essex County Council are providing the extra support-based centres after the success of four already existing - three in Brentwood and one in Rochford.
Over the past year the initiative has delivered 250 sessions with residents and distributed more than 50 free SIMs and devices, such as laptops, tablets and phones.
The hubs have helped residents to secure employment, gain access to healthcare, stay in touch with loved ones, and access digital education including the Digital Help Finder.
The hubs have helped created opportunities for education, jobs and business starts ups.
Councillor Louise McKinlay, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Communities, Economic Growth and Prosperity said: "The aim is to empower the community with essential digital skills for both work and everyday life.
“Having strong digital skills and access to the necessary equipment is crucial.
“Witnessing the incredible success stories shared over the past year has been truly inspiring and it is great to see the difference that is being made but the Community DigiHubs.