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Save the Date: 12th September 2024
Location: St Peter's Church, Vicarage Road, Manchester M27 0WA
What's Happening?
We're bridging the digital divide through devices, connectivity and digital skills support.
Salford Council will be giving away 100 free devices (refurbished laptops and tablets) to eligible Salford residents.
It's first come, first served... but if you miss out don't worry! We're hosting other events throughout Salford in October.
As well as a device you'll also get a chance to get connectivity through SIM cards as well as skills support from our digital skills training providers.
Who's Coming?
Salford Council - Digital inclusion : Bread and Butter Thing
BetterOff Salford
Digital Skills Providers: Corinth, Xyrius
Are You Eligible?
If you want to apply for a device you must be:
- Over 18 years old
- From a low income household
- Have no access to a suitable device (laptop or tablet)
- In receipt of one of the following:
- Income Support: This benefit is no longer open to new claims. Existing claimants can continue to receive it, but new applicants should apply for Universal Credit instead.
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA): This is available for those who are unemployed and actively seeking work.
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA): Available for those who have a disability or health condition that affects how much they can work.
- The Guaranteed Element of State Pension Credit: This is for people over State Pension age on a low income.
- Universal Credit (not working): Available for those who are out of work or on a low income.
- Universal Credit (working): Eligibility depends on your earnings. The thresholds you mentioned are correct for assessing eligibility.
- Child Tax Credit: Available for those with children, provided they are not also receiving Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,1902.
Please note, you will be asked to provide evidence of the above criteria at the event.
See you there!
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End Digital Poverty Day – St Peter's Church - Event Delivered
This event is now closed. Please see below for upcoming events.
200 devices will be gifted to eligible Salford residents on:
Thursday 12 September, 12:30pm - 2.30pm
St Peter's Church, Vicarage Road, Swinton, Manchester, M27 0WA
Are You Eligible?
If you would like to apply for a device you must meet the below criteria and provide evidence of this:
- Be over 18 years old, with photo ID
- Be a Salford resident, providing proof of address, dated within the last two months.
- Have no access to a suitable device (either a laptop or tablet)
- Be in receipt of one of the following income based benefits (you will be asked to provide a copy as proof):
- Income Support: This benefit is no longer open to new claims. Existing claimants can continue to receive it, but new applicants should apply for Universal Credit instead.
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA): This is available for those who are unemployed and actively seeking work.
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA): Available for those who have a disability or health condition that affects how much they can work.
- The Guaranteed Element of State Pension Credit: This is for people over State Pension age on a low income.
- Universal Credit (not working): Available for those who are out of work or on a low income.
- Universal Credit (working): Eligibility depends on your earnings. The thresholds you mentioned are correct for assessing eligibility.
- Child Tax Credit: Available for those with children, provided they are not also receiving Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190.
- If you get support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.
Please note, you will be asked to provide evidence of the above criteria at the event. If you're unable to provide copies you will not be able to receive a device.
Partners
- Digital Everyone
- The Bread-and-Butter Thing
- BetterOff
- Gateway Localities
- Corinth Training
- Connect Talent
- Age Friendly Salford
- Employment Hubs
- GMP Cyber Security
- Digital Champions
Digitober - Little Hulton Library - Wednesday 2 October, 2pm - 4pm
100 devices will be gifted to eligible Salford residents at this event on:
Wednesday 2 October, 2pm - 4pm
Little Hulton Library, Longshaw Drive Worsley, Cadishead M28 0AZ
Are You Eligible?
If you would like to apply for a device you must meet the below criteria and provide evidence of this:
- Be over 18 years old, with photo ID
- Be a Salford resident, providing proof of address, dated within the last two months.
- Have no access to a suitable device (either a laptop or tablet)
- Be in receipt of one of the following income based benefits (you will be asked to provide a copy as proof):
- Income Support: This benefit is no longer open to new claims. Existing claimants can continue to receive it, but new applicants should apply for Universal Credit instead.
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA): This is available for those who are unemployed and actively seeking work.
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA): Available for those who have a disability or health condition that affects how much they can work.
- The Guaranteed Element of State Pension Credit: This is for people over State Pension age on a low income.
- Universal Credit (not working): Available for those who are out of work or on a low income.
- Universal Credit (working): Eligibility depends on your earnings. The thresholds you mentioned are correct for assessing eligibility.
- Child Tax Credit: Available for those with children, provided they are not also receiving Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190.
- If you get support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.
Please note, you will be asked to provide evidence of the above criteria at the event. If you're unable to provide copies you will not be able to receive a device.
Partners
- Digital Everyone
- Women with Wings
- Salford Community Leisure
- BetterOff
- Gateway Localities
- Corinth Training
- Connect Talent
- Age Friendly Salford
- Employment Hubs
- Digital Champions
Digitober - Broughton Hub - Thursday 10 October, 10:30am – 12:30pm
100 devices will be gifted to eligible Salford residents at this event on:
Thursday 10 October, 10:30am – 12:30pm
Broughton Hub, 50 Rigby Street, Salford M7 4BQ
Are You Eligible?
If you would like to apply for a device you must meet the below criteria and provide evidence of this:
- Be over 18 years old, with photo ID
- Be a Salford resident, providing proof of address, dated within the last two months.
- Have no access to a suitable device (either a laptop or tablet)
- Be in receipt of one of the following income based benefits (you will be asked to provide a copy as proof):
- Income Support: This benefit is no longer open to new claims. Existing claimants can continue to receive it, but new applicants should apply for Universal Credit instead.
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA): This is available for those who are unemployed and actively seeking work.
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA): Available for those who have a disability or health condition that affects how much they can work.
- The Guaranteed Element of State Pension Credit: This is for people over State Pension age on a low income.
- Universal Credit (not working): Available for those who are out of work or on a low income.
- Universal Credit (working): Eligibility depends on your earnings. The thresholds you mentioned are correct for assessing eligibility.
- Child Tax Credit: Available for those with children, provided they are not also receiving Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190.
- If you get support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.
Please note, you will be asked to provide evidence of the above criteria at the event. If you're unable to provide copies you will not be able to receive a device.
Partners
- Digital Everyone
- BetterOff
- Gateway Localities
- Corinth Training
- Connect Talent
- Age Friendly Salford
- Employment Hubs
- Digital Champions
Get Online Week - Salford Lads Club - Thursday 17 October, 9:30am-11:30am
100 devices will be gifted to eligible Salford residents at this event on:
Thursday 17 October, 9:30am-11:30am
Salford Lads Club, St Ignatius Walk, Salford M5 3RX
Are You Eligible?
If you would like to apply for a device you must meet the below criteria and provide evidence of this:
- Be over 18 years old, with photo ID
- Be a Salford resident, providing proof of address, dated within the last two months.
- Have no access to a suitable device (either a laptop or tablet)
- Be in receipt of one of the following income based benefits (you will be asked to provide a copy as proof):
- Income Support: This benefit is no longer open to new claims. Existing claimants can continue to receive it, but new applicants should apply for Universal Credit instead.
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA): This is available for those who are unemployed and actively seeking work.
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA): Available for those who have a disability or health condition that affects how much they can work.
- The Guaranteed Element of State Pension Credit: This is for people over State Pension age on a low income.
- Universal Credit (not working): Available for those who are out of work or on a low income.
- Universal Credit (working): Eligibility depends on your earnings. The thresholds you mentioned are correct for assessing eligibility.
- Child Tax Credit: Available for those with children, provided they are not also receiving Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190.
- If you get support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.
Please note, you will be asked to provide evidence of the above criteria at the event. If you're unable to provide copies you will not be able to receive a device.
Partners
- Digital Everyone
- BetterOff
- Gateway Localities
- Corinth Training
- Connect Talent
- Age Friendly Salford
- Employment Hubs
- Digital Champions
- Virgin Media O2
Digitober - Hamilton Davies Trust - Monday 21 October, 12pm – 2pm
100 devices will be gifted to eligible Salford residents at this event on:
Monday 21 October, 12pm – 2pm
Hamilton Davies Trust, 117C Liverpool Road Cadishead, M44 5BG
Are You Eligible?
If you would like to apply for a device you must meet the below criteria and provide evidence of this:
- Be over 18 years old, with photo ID
- Be a Salford resident, providing proof of address, dated within the last two months.
- Have no access to a suitable device (either a laptop or tablet)
- Be in receipt of one of the following income based benefits (you will be asked to provide a copy as proof):
- Income Support: This benefit is no longer open to new claims. Existing claimants can continue to receive it, but new applicants should apply for Universal Credit instead.
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA): This is available for those who are unemployed and actively seeking work.
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA): Available for those who have a disability or health condition that affects how much they can work.
- The Guaranteed Element of State Pension Credit: This is for people over State Pension age on a low income.
- Universal Credit (not working): Available for those who are out of work or on a low income.
- Universal Credit (working): Eligibility depends on your earnings. The thresholds you mentioned are correct for assessing eligibility.
- Child Tax Credit: Available for those with children, provided they are not also receiving Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190.
- If you get support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.
Please note, you will be asked to provide evidence of the above criteria at the event. If you're unable to provide copies you will not be able to receive a device.
Partners
- Digital Everyone
- Hamilton Davis Trust
- BetterOff
- Gateway Localities
- Corinth Training
- Connect Talent
- Age Friendly Salford
- Employment Hubs
- Digital Champions
- Virgin Media O2