Eastbourne group finding a new home for unwanted IT equipment

A local organisation is collecting unwanted IT equipment so it can be given out to local people that need it.
MP Caroline Ansell with Chris Hunnisett SUS-201014-152048001MP Caroline Ansell with Chris Hunnisett SUS-201014-152048001
MP Caroline Ansell with Chris Hunnisett SUS-201014-152048001

The Get Your Kit Out campaign aims to tackle the digital divide in Eastbourne.

It works by unwanted computers and other tech being collected to be repaired, reused and repurposed by Tubbs Computer Supplies.

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This is so that more equipment gets out into the community, to help children access educational material, and allow older people to order online supermarket shopping.

The Community Interest Company, run by Chris Hunnisett, has already donated 500 computers to older people and low-income families.

Hard drives will be wiped or removed, so there are no worries around security and privacy.

Eastbourne MP Caroline Ansell and her team will be out on November 7 to help with the scheme by picking up unwanted tech.

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Mrs Ansell said, “The pandemic has really highlighted the digital divide for people who cannot afford computers, or only have one when it is needed by several members of the family for school work or working from home.”

“I am committed to address the digital divide and Tubbs has done a superb job in helping residents across Eastbourne gain access to vital technology.

“I very much hope people in Eastbourne and Willingdon will take a moment think about what IT kit they may have gathering dust in the loft, and will donate old computers, laptops and tablets to this cause.

“The digital divide has never been more apparent or more costly than it is now, but together we can make sure no one in our home town is left out or left behind. Donating is one very real, very impactful way of doing that.”

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All equipment is accepted other than CRT monitors and scanners.

Anyone wanting to donate can text 07872579328, email [email protected], or go to the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/tubbscomputersupplies

People can also arrange a drop-off time at 39-41 Upperton Road in Eastbourne.