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Sunderland’s people-first smart city approach featured by OECD

Sunderland’s approach to smart city development has been highlighted by OECD COGITO, the thought leadership platform of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD),...
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Reflections from Digital Inclusion Roundtable and Dynamo’s Tech Charity Dinner

In March, organisations from across the region came together to raise funds for and catalyse conversation about one of the city’s most pressing challenges, and...
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Sunderland commits to ambitious 2035 strategy to ensure every resident can “thrive in an increasingly digital world”

Thousands of people in Sunderland are still being locked out of everyday opportunities because they lack access to digital skills, technology and support – and...
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AI trailblazers meet in Sunderland

City Hall welcomes digital leaders from across the UK to the first AI CityXchange workshop organised by SmartCitiesWorld. Sunderland City Council hosted a UK-first event...
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Sunderland to host first ever AI CityXchange event

The new platform and event series makes its debut in Sunderland this March, to discuss how AI can shape the future of cities. As one...
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Sunderland City Council refreshes Digital Careers programme

For several years, Sunderland Software City has delivered a Digital Careers programme, funded by Sunderland City Council. The initiative has inspired over 8,000 young people across...
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Case Studies

Showcasing Creative uses of Advanced Connectivity with Southpaw Company

In March 2026, Sunderland City Council and Southpaw Company partnered to deliver an exciting demonstration of our smart city’s digital capabilities.
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LoRaWAN Network Powers Smart City Pilots Across Sunderland

A city-wide LoRaWAN network lays the foundation for smarter, safer and connected urban living.
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Digitising Inspections for Safer Public Spaces in Sunderland

Sunderland City Council is leveraging Microsoft’s Power Apps to enhance its current water safety processes and park inspections, harnessing data securely and ethically.
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