Poverty is deepening. 🔎 Our #UKPoverty2026 report was launched this morning. People in very deep poverty now make up the biggest group of people in poverty, at 6.8 million people. This is unacceptable for the fifth richest country in the world, and it has consequences.

New project in Devon 💛 AbilityNet and BT Group are helping people to: ✅ Get online for the first time, ✅ Stay connected with family and friends, ✅ Manage health appointments, ✅ Find employment, ✅ Navigate online services. Find out more 👉 www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/get-fre... @dxw.com

New research by @local.gov.uk shows councils are working to improve digital inclusion, but progress is slowed by funding challenges. We know public #Libraries are key drivers of digital inclusion, but they must receive the funding to carry out this vital work. www.local.gov.uk/about/news/c...

We want to publish guest articles that will inspire others working in #Libraries. We are particularly interested in exploring the role of libraries in: 👨‍⚕️Preventative health 🌐Digital inclusion 🏘️Neighbourhoods 👥Community cohesion 🌱Economic growth www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/do-you-...

Ministers have scaled back plans to require digital ID for workers, but campaigners warn of threats in voluntary system.

Great to read about projects that have won government funding in the East Midlands, benefiting from the Digital Inclusion Innovation Fund. 👇 www.publicsectorexecutive.com/articles/fun... @dxw.com #localgov #funding #digitaldivide

Missed this? 💭 Our CEO, @helenmilner.bsky.social, shares why digital inclusion is vital to building a more prosperous future for everyone. Read the blog at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/digital-inclusion-economic-solution.

Terrific to see local coverage from Hexham of our new digital inclusion programme. 'Innovating in Trusted Spaces...' is delivered in partnership with @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social and @wsacommunity.bsky.social and funded by @ukgovernment.bsky.social. www.hexham-courant.co.uk/news/2572961...

🤖 Is 2026 the year that data collectives - unions, trusts, mutuals and clubs - tilt the balance of power in cyberspace away from mega-platforms and towards the citizen? 🔮 Read our Future Signal, part of our annual collection on the trends and tech that could shape 2026: https://bit.ly/3YXtySG

What next for the government's digital ID policy? The challenge facing ministers in changing public opinion appears significant. Read more 👉 www.politicshome.com/news/article... #localgov #digitalid @dxw.com

Season's greetings everyone ⭐ Wishing all those with time off a very restful break, and gratitude to everyone delivering front line services during the holidays. We look forward to building a more digitally inclusive world with you in 2026 👋 🎄

A few interesting articles in our latest digital inclusion news roundup 👉 digitalinclusionkit.org/digital-incl... @dxw.com #technews #tech4good #localgov #digitalinclusion

Empowering older people through digital tech - an inspiring case study ❤️ From Age Connects and Digital Communities Wales: www.youtube.com/watch?v=P2eQ... @dxw.com #digitalinclusion #localgov

Applications are open for the Welsh Government’s new digital inclusion grant scheme 🚀 Open to all sectors. Apply before 9 February 2026 👉 www.gov.wales/apply-digita... #thirdsector #localgov #grantfunding @dxw.com

Great to see a new digital inclusion directory for Cambridgeshire 😀 Read more at UKAuthority 👉 www.ukauthority.com/articles/dig... @dxw.com #digitaldivide #localgov

The government is considering a physical alternative to digital ID 🪪 This week a junior minister said the gvt is exploring a “digitally enabled physical alternative… a more traditional ID card that could be kept in wallets.” 👉 idtechwire.com/uk-governmen... @dxw.com #digitalexclusion #technews

If only all our work could involve life size board games 🎲 🏆 What a fun approach by students at The University of Sheffield to help young people gets to grips with online spaces. Read more 👉 sheffield.ac.uk/news/bridgin... @dxw.com #ChildrenFirst #digitaldivide

The digital divide continues to limit the life chances of millions of children in Northern England. Join our campaign to put #ChildrenFirst www.n8research.org.uk/research-foc... Head to the comments for more info and resources... #DigitalDivide #DigitalInclusion #DigitalFutures

A roundup of October's digital inclusion news - your weekend reading sorted 😀 👉 digitalinclusionkit.org/digital-incl... @dxw.com #digitalinclusion #tech4good #technews

AI shouldn’t leave anyone behind! 🌐 This #GetOnlineWeek, help everyone get confident and connected. Explore the free AI Gateway to build skills and use AI safely at https://learning.goodthingsfoundation.org/ai.

North Yorkshire #Libraries are hosting some terrific events this #GetOnlineWeek, including digital inclusion drop-in support cafes. There's still time to get involved in your library's activities this Get Online Week! www.northyorks.gov.uk/news/2025/li...

Day 4 of #GetOnlineWeek 📅 Did you know we share a monthly roundup of UK digital inclusion news? It's a handy way to keep up with headlines that could impact your work tackling the digital divide. Read more 👉 digitalinclusionkit.org/digital-incl... @dxw.com

Our favourite week of the year 💛 #GetOnlineWeek It’s great to see so many local community updates

This #GetOnlineWeek, we're helping people build confidence being online. Explore online safety topics on our free digital skills platform, Learn My Way 👉 https://www.learnmyway.com/explore-the-subjects/safety-and-security-online

If you’re building a digital inclusion programme — the Digital Inclusion Toolkit is a free resource to help you get started. With guides, case studies and insights to support your org’s work ✅ Take a look around 👉 digitalinclusionkit.org #GetOnlineWeek #localgov @dxw.com

Day 1 of #GetOnlineWeek 🎉 Are you hosting an event? Best of luck to everyone taking action to tackle digital exclusion 💪 Hundreds of events are taking place across the country. Find out more about the campaign by Good Things Foundation 👉 www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/get... @dxw.com

Want to get started with AI? Check out these handy top tips! #GetOnlineWeek is all about ensuring everyone is included in a digital future! 💻 Explore our free downloadable guides at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-resources/learning-guides/try-one-thing-guides.

What do you think about the Government’s plan for digital ID cards? 🤔 Digital Poverty Alliance raise some important questions in this article 👉 www.ukauthority.com/articles/dig... #digitalinclusion @dxw.com

To mark End Digital Poverty Day, Digital Poverty Alliance CEO Elizabeth Anderson argues digital inclusion takes more than handing out phones.

This week we had the announcement of a new hospital for the NHS, one entirely online…So what is NHS Online, what are the potential technical and social pitfalls & can we overcome challenges like digital exclusion? I explore these in my new article! priteshmistry.ghost.io/grounding-th...

Our founder and CEO, Helen Milner OBE, has announced her retirement in Spring 2026. She says: “Good Things is a wonderful organisation with a clear mission and strategy, full of dedicated people. 2026 is a good time to pass the leadership into new hands”. Read more: bit.ly/3I0tj4L.

This free digi inclusion booklet will be distributed in libraries and community venues in Liverpool 😍 It covers a wide range of topics including how to apply for jobs, manage money, avoid scams, and spot misinformation 👉 api.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/wp-content/u... #localgov @dxw.com

The Liverpool City Region Digital Inclusion Network has launched a new booklet called 'Helping You Online' 📗 Read more about the project in this news article by Mark Chillingworth for UKAuthority 👉 www.ukauthority.com/articles/liv... @dxw.com #digitalinclusion

To mark End Digital Poverty Day, Digital Poverty Alliance CEO Elizabeth Anderson argues digital inclusion takes more than handing out phones.

Is this the best report title? “Error 404: Digital inclusion still not found” The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations warns that 'urgent’ action is needed to prevent Scotland from falling behind. Read more 👉 futurescot.com/scotland-fal... @dxw.com #digitalinclusion

The myth that refugees and asylum seekers are given phones or iPads by the government regularly circles the internet. Whilst these claims are entirely false, digitally including refugees is the right thing to do. Writes Isaac Costley for @bigissue.com 👉 www.bigissue.com/opinion/refu... @dxw.com

📢 The full programme for Leeds Digital Festival 2025 is now live! We’re pleased to be participating with a virtual session hosted by Service Design Principal Marianne, ‘The Space Around the Thing: Delivering impactful digital health services’ tr.ee/64iZWzEq0V

💰 New £9.5 million government fund 💰 The Digital Inclusion Innovation Fund is directed at local organisations to help more people get online, drive economic growth and raise living standards. 🚀 Read the government's press release 👉 www.gov.uk/government/n... #charityfunding @dxw.com

Congratulations to Cambridge Online 🎉 Flying the flag for digital inclusion in Peterborough, in collaboration with CityFibre👇 www.thefastmode.com/technology-s... #digitalpoverty #techforgood #cambridgeshire @dxw.com

Digital inclusion gets a boost in Stoke-on-Trent 👇 #localgov @dxw.com www.stoke.gov.uk/news/article...

Presenting our approach to supporting Digital Champions for the Get Online London Meet Up shorturl.at/RrZ8v @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social @diginclusionkit.bsky.social #DigitalInclusion #GetOnlineLondon #Volunteers #DigitalChampions

Is online hate a growing concern for your team? Some useful tips and resources here for anyone managing an online presence 👇 charitydigital.org.uk/topics/what-... @dxw.com

A smartphone can transform lives. Our giffgaff partnership is giving Big Issue vendors digital access, skills and confidence to take cashless payments and escape poverty.

Highlights of this month's digital inclusion news in our latest roundup 👉 digitalinclusionkit.org/digital-incl... #localgov @dxw.com

A report by @prtuk.bsky.social looks at digitisation in prisons, with progress in: Family contact Self-services Health + wellbeing Education Resettlement And areas falling short e.g. lack of internet access in the weeks before release 👉 prisonreformtrust.org.uk/publication/... @dxw.com

For all the talk of digital and growth, there's been surprising little on creating a digital economy. Here's a few ideas for starters: www.nesta.org.uk/feature/digi...

At London Tech Week the government announced £6 million new digital inclusion funding #LTW #localgov @dxw.com www.gov.uk/government/s...

Catch up with the digital inclusion news headlines in our latest roundup: digitalinclusionkit.org/digital-incl... #localgov #digitaldivide @dxw.com

The Power Up! digital inclusion programme powers on for another year, supporting residents across the Epping Forest district 👇 www.eppingforestdc.gov.uk/digital-incl... @dxw.com #localgov

📱From fragmented childcare apps to clunky school platforms, digital public services are still falling short—especially for families. In a new essay series for Nesta, @richardpope.org explores why delivering on the UK’s opportunity mission means more than patching broken systems: bit.ly/4jUVA9y