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<p>The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology is committed to closing the
digital divide and meeting the government’s commitment that nobody should be left
behind in the digital age. Reflecting the four key pillars set out in the government’s
Digital Inclusion Strategy, we recognise that access to safe and suitable devices
remains a key barrier facing digitally excluded people. Device donation initiatives
are a significant and valuable contribution to supporting people to overcome this
obstacle and I would encourage all private and public sector organisations to consider
the feasibility of doing this.</p><p> </p><p>The Department has noted this particular
recommendation in the House of Lords Communications and Digital Committee’s report
on digital exclusion and cost of living and will formally respond later this month.</p><p>
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