National success for District Council

Stratford-on-Avon District Council has been successful in becoming one of the 10 national finalists in the Digital Challenge.    

The project is entitled 'Virtual Stratford District', and is aimed at transforming the way services are delivered to the communities in the District.   

The District Council's Vision is to promote social inclusion by bringing multi-agency services, learning opportunities and entertainment to the fingertips of those living in or wanting to visit the District, combining imaginative and innovative use of technology to expand dramatically the opportunities available to both residents and to growing number of visitors to Shakespeare country.    T

he District Council will receive £120,000 from the Department for Communities and Local Government to further their bid.  The eventual national winner gets £7,000,000  

"This is fantastic news for the District Council.  This exciting project will enable residents and visitors access to online advice and information through familiar channels, such as Digital TV and telephone services," says Cllr Trevor Russel, Change & Performance Portfolio.  

"Congratulations should go to all the team for all their hard work in putting this bid together."