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The latest research from the 2022 Lloyds Bank Consumer Digital Index suggests that 99% of people in the UK now make use of the internet (up significantly from 89% in 2016), a major gap remains when it comes to digital inclusivity.
The same report establishes that, currently, around 14 million people in Britain (a rather sizeable 27% of the population) still have the lowest digital capability. This means they’re not only likely to struggle to interact with online services but are at risk of being left out of society.
According to the UK government’s Skills Funding Agency, 90% of all jobs will require some form of digital skill in the next 10-20 years before an applicant can obtain or even apply for a position. Digital skills aren’t just about deep tech; they’re something most future jobs will require as standard. Basic digital skills are already crucial for many roles, especially since we’ve witnessed a general shift to virtual working
With many everyday digital skills developed within a workplace, the people most likely to need support during 2023 and beyond will fall into three groups. These are: the young or those about to start their careers who need encouragement to think about the wider opportunities that digital brings; those who are unemployed who need the skills to find work; and the retired or over 75s.
people will continue to require a way of learning that reflects their own individual needs. For example, for those with less confidence and lower digital abilities, a tailored personalised approach will remain key. They’ll prefer to learn face-to-face, via e-learning, with phone support or via people they know, such as through friends and family.
the Digital Poverty Alliance was recently born out of the realisation that tackling the digital divide and achieving digital equity requires systemic, cross-sector and collaborative change. The body has brought together community organisations, corporates, and academic experts with an aim to create a National Delivery Plan and end digital poverty in the UK by 2030
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