UK Government launches its Digital Strategy
BSG welcomes Government announcement on a Digital Strategy for the UK
The Prime Minister’s Strategy Unit has published a digital strategy for the UK. The strategy sets out the crucial role that information and communication technology will have for our future prosperity, and addresses the digital divide which currently excludes some groups from benefiting from access to the internet. The strategy is a joint piece of work with the Department of Trade and Industry.
Intellect and the BSG led an industry delegation to No 10 today where the strategy was launched. The BSG has been asked to play a detailed role in the implementation of the strategy.
Press release in full: Government and industry take steps to close the digital divide