The Connectivity Access Scheme is now OPEN for Kent County Council area residents.
The Connectivity Access Scheme provides digitally excluded residents with access to the internet (by providing sim cards).
To be eligible for a SIM card through the Connectivity Access Scheme, beneficiaries must meet all the following criteria:
- be digitally excluded
- be aged 18 or over
- be a Kent resident, permanently living within one of the 12 local authorities covered by Kent County Council (this excludes Medway)
- be in receipt of means tested benefits, or your household income is less than £40,000 per annum before tax
- and qualify for one or more of the following statements:
- have no access or insufficient access to the internet at home
- have no or insufficient access to the internet when away from home
- cannot afford their existing monthly contract or top up
For more information on the criteria and how to apply, please visit the Connectivity Access website.