The council is spearheading many projects that lead on innovation and help close the gap between those who have access to computers and the internet, and those who do not.
To find out whether you are eligible ring the Digital Hotline on 01305 221000
Free devices and Dorset’s Digital Hotline to transform lives
The council recently teamed up with national charity Everyone Connected to identify who would most benefit from a free device.
Beryl Davies from Sturminster Newton was one of 10 people from the shielding community to receive a free tablet device. She said: “This tablet has been brilliant; it’s opened up a whole new world for me.
“At first it was a bit difficult to use, but after speaking to the Digital Hotline it became a lot easier.
“I can now keep in touch with my friends from church, pay bills online and stay up-to-date with what’s happening locally.”
Digital Hotline
The Dorset Digital Hotline can help residents and businesses with any technical enquiry.
The friendly team can be contacted every weekday, 10am to midday (except bank holidays). Telephone 01305 221048 (local call charges apply).
5G putting Dorset on the map
We have joined forces with tech companies and the tourism and farming sector to test how mobile technology can revolutionise the rural economy.
Called 5G RuralDorset, this government-backed project aims to understand how next generation connectivity can help people lead safer and more prosperous lives.
Four research areas will trial public, social and business uses of 5G – from the world’s first wheat field grown by robots to making the Jurassic Coast safer through reliable connectivity.
