How should the computing curriculum be modernised to reflect current jobs? And how can schools attract a more diverse student pool to take the subject? Julia Adamson from BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, shares some thoughts

As cyber threats escalate and public sector systems remain vulnerable, the UK government is moving to modernise its cybersecurity regulations. With ransomware attacks on critical services and legacy IT systems exposing deep-rooted risks, the proposed Cyber Security and Resilience Bill aims to strengthen defences, improve incident reporting, and safeguard the infrastructure underpinning Britain’s digital future

Manchester’s participation in the EU-funded CommuniCity programme has sparked a new approach to digital inclusion, one rooted in trust, lived experience and local collaboration. By embedding co-creation into service design, the city is piloting tech-enabled solutions that respond to real-world challenges, strengthen community networks and deliver meaningful social impact