LocalGov.co.uk has reported that seven councils are set to receive funding from the Local Government Association (LGA) as part of a programme to help boost digital connectivity

The LGA’s Digital Connectivity Programme provides funding to help councils better meet the needs of their residents, improve productivity, support local businesses and local places.

The seven councils who will receive funds from the programme include Essex County Council; Durham County Council; Warwickshire County Council and Northamptonshire County Council, amongst others.

The projects being delivered by the successful councils focus on developing sustainable rural connectivity mapping, toolkits for tackling not-spots, and initiatives for targeted take up of local connectivity offers.

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LocalGov.co.uk - Seven councils awarded digital connectivity funding