Pinhoe library to receive free WI-FI

An Exeter library is one of the selected locations to be a part of BT and Barclay’s innovative community based programme.

In March 2015 BT and Barclay’s joined together to promote a scheme in which 100 libraries around the UK will receive free WI-FI.

BT found 80 percent of people in the south west rely on the internet for local community involvement, and Exeter’s Pinhoe Library is to receive free WI-FI to boost this.

36 percent of people in the south west said they use free WI-FI to access local information, and empowers them to gain new experiences when finding out about local groups and clubs they can join.

Anna Easton, BT director of sustainable business said: “Communities are built on individual connections. But too often today individuals feel isolated, by virtue of age, disability or lack of employment.

“For these people access to the internet can be life altering. It enables them to meet and connect with others, access local services such as housing support, schools admissions and GP services, and find out about local events. “

Pinhoe’s Library will know be a WI-FI hub for all the locals who rely on the internet to go about their day, which is very important for a large amount people.

For more information contact bt_consumer@porternovelli.co.uk