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The Digital Inclusion Innovation Fund will help more people get online, drive economic growth and raise living standards. It aims to answer the question: How can technology help people overcome barriers to accessing key online services?

Despite the success of programmes such as Connecting Scotland, many individuals still struggle to access essential services because of low digital skills, limited confidence, or a lack of access to devices and connectivity. This Challenge seeks innovative, user-centred solutions that focus on people who may have some access to devices or connectivity but face barriers in using digital services safely and effectively. Proposals should address varied user needs, helping individuals engage with services including financial tools, education and employment. Connectivity and devices matter - but skills and confidence are critical to unlocking meaningful digital inclusion.

The impacts of this exclusion vary depending on the specific circumstances of individuals, but this challenge is focused on reducing the barriers for people identifying, accessing and engaging with essential digital services safely including;

• Key public services such as access to online health services, benefits etc
• Access to third-sector services such as Citizens advice
• Access to banking services and financial services
• Access to employment opportunities
• Access to education and skills opportunities

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Geographical areas funded: Scotland UK

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Revenue

Fund award sizes

Annually awarded:

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When to apply

Now open. Closes at 12 noon on 29 October 2025.

Next deadline: 29 Oct 2025

How to apply

Register your interest: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=811725.

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Activites funded: Citizenship and community involvement Science and technology

Beneficiaries funded: Black and Ethnic Minorities Economically/socially disadvantaged General public People in poverty Ill-health Disabilities Refugees and asylum seekers Voluntary sector organisations

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