How to get online in Gloucestershire

The internet is a great way of finding information, keeping in contact with friends and family, paying bills, shopping and much more. The following sections will help you make the most of the internet.

Getting online

Lots of information is only available on the internet. If you don’t have access to the internet at home, your library can help. There is free public Wi-Fi at all libraries in Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire libraries

Libraries are open for public browsing and computer access. To check your local library opening hours, and services on offer, visit

www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/libraries/librarylocations-and-opening-hours

Some services may continue to be a little different in the coming months, but the council is working hard to resume services when it is appropriate to do so, and this website will be updated regularly.

Develop your digital skills

Whether you are an absolute beginner or more advanced, you can get help to improve and develop your ICT and digital skills. See page 31 for information about being safe online.

Learn My Way is an online resource that has free courses to help you learn digital skills to stay safe and connected.

Web: www.learnmyway.com

Adult Education

Adult Education offers a wide range of courses that can also offer qualifications that will help you achieve skills required by employers. For more information, contact Adult Education in Gloucestershire.

Web: www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/adult-

education-in-gloucestershire

Email: learn@gloucestershire.gov.uk Tel: 0800 542 1655 New projects are always being set up to support you with getting online and any new services will be added to the Your Circle website.

Web: www.yourcircle.org.uk

Useful national websites and apps

GOV.UK

Government services and information are becoming increasingly accessible online, and you can update your details this way too. GOV.UK is a public sector website which provides a single point of access for HM Government information and services. Web: www.gov.uk

NHS website and apps library

The NHS website has thousands of articles, videos, tools and apps, helping you make the best choices about your health and lifestyle.

It can also help you make the most of NHS and social care services in England. As well as information, there is a guide for people who have care and support needs, their carers and people who are planning for their future care needs. Web: www.nhs.uk