Navigating the Digital Divide: Failing to plan, planning will fail
A Talk by Gareth Elliott , Belinda Fawcett , Hamish MacLeod , John Gravett , Mark Hawthorne MBE and John Arnold
About this Talk
Digital connectivity is vital to society and is only set to become more so. However, with digital inclusion a key policy goal, this panel seeks to look at whether the infrastructure behind our connectivity is being hindered by a planning system that is struggling under the weight of funding and resource cuts. The event will feature a panel of industry experts to discuss the solutions to overcome and uncover the barriers that exist within the UK planning system.
Key Element:
What is the digital divide and how is the industry addressing it
The importance of digital connectivity
Local authorities and connectivity needs
Government priorities and digital strategy
Challenges and future steps for digital infrastructure