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We all lead busy lives and whether we want to check emails, book transport or get in touch with friends, there’s an ever-increasing need to be online. Newcastle Council recognised this and made internet access a priority. They introduced the Go Digital programme, initially with superfast broadband across the city, and now the council are working with BT provide public spaces with fast, free wi-fi — and the first phase is already completed.
Millions of people visit Newcastle’s museums, libraries and civic buildings each year, and even more shop in the city centre; this footfall makes these spaces prime connectivity spots. It’s estimated that by 2018 there will be 1.4 smart devices per person worldwide* and they’ll all want wi-fi at their fingertips.
“Increasingly we have a need and desire to be constantly connected to the online world. Now, in Newcastle, it will be easy and cost free to arrange or check travel plans via an app or website, tweet pictures of the latest exhibition at the Great North Museum, pay rent or a bill online or even to just check a map as you explore the City.”
BT Wi-Fi have a five-year contract with Newcastle Council, funded by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport as part of the Government’s national wi-fi programme. We’re providing a fully managed network, installing and operating the service — and there’s a 24/7 Freephone support desk.
“BT has a strong track record in delivering public wi-fi, with over five million hotspots across the UK, carrying more wi-fi traffic than any other provider.”
“This free-to-access public wi-fi service, alongside the other elements of the Go Digital Newcastle programme, is working to ensure that residents, businesses and visitors are able to access wi-fi in a choice of locations so they are not disadvantaged by these changes, and are able to get the best out of our increasingly digital world.”
“Newcastle will have a digital infrastructure that will be the envy of many cities across the world.”
