Pupils in North Lanarkshire secondary schools will benefit from free Public Wi-Fi internet access
dailyrecord.co.ukPupils in North Lanarkshire secondary schools will benefit from free Public Wi-Fi internet access over the council’s new full-fibre network.
This latest phase of the council’s digital connectivity programme has delivered the service to all secondary schools – and it will be rolled out to more than 100 council sites in the coming months.These sites include libraries, leisure centres, community centres and hubs, care homes, retirement housing complexes, parks, town centres and other public-facing buildings.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.
Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The free service in schools will help to bridge the digital divide by reducing digital exclusion caused by unequal access to modern technology and improving pupil access and outcomes.
Councillor Jim Logue, Leader of North Lanarkshire Council, said: “I am proud to see the positive impact that our Digital Connectivity Programme is already having in communities across the area. “This initiative is vital in ensuring that our secondary schools and community spaces are equipped with the digital tools needed to support learning, connectivity, and inclusion.“Enhanced Public Wi-Fi access not only benefits our students and teachers but also strengthens the entire community by allowing everyone to stay connected and engaged in today’s digital world.”The public Wi-Fi
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