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Digital Technology: Older People and Rural Areas

Commons · Question 21902 · Tabled 3 Jan 2025 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record

Answered 13 Jan 2025

Question

Asked by Paul Davies

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, if he will take steps to ensure that digital inclusion initiatives are accessible to (a) all, (b) the elderly and (c) people in remote areas.

Answer

Answered by Chris Bryant, 13 Jan 2025

Yes, by definition, that is the intention behind all digital inclusion, which is a priority for this Government, because we want everyone to have the access, skills, support and confidence to participate in a modern digital society, whatever their circums...