End to Digital Divide

By Ruhubia Akbor, Oldham Advertiser

3/18/09
Two Oldham schoolboys have spoken of how a special home delivery has given them, and dozens of other children like them, a major boost.

Eight-year-olds’ Jordan Coupe and Rehaan Khokhor have received free home computer and internet packages aimed at providing disadvantaged children with the same opportunities as those from more affluent homes.

It’s all part of a £300m ‘Home Access’ scheme that has been introduced by the Government – and one given full marks by the youngsters and their families.