Statement on 5G Readiness: The reality is 5G is still embryonic, the mobile network operators are deploying limited marketing and test releases with very limited 5G function, mainly […]

Quickly establishing itself as a proactive location committed to improving prospects for individuals and businesses alike, Sunderland continues to implement proactive investments to futureproof the city. Our forward […]

From keeping transport moving to keeping the lights on across the country, water flowing and internet connections switched firmly on; our national infrastructure is a vital part of […]

Published: 03/06/2020 Statement issued on the procurement portal As you will be aware, the Council originally intended to launch its OJEU Notice for the Smart City Procurement for […]

Sunderland City Council is celebrating the announcement of not one, but two nominations for digital leadership and city-wide digital transformation, placing Sunderland firmly in the top ten leading […]

With the first stakeholder engagement event to inform our smart city vision almost one year ago, June 2019 marked the commencement of a fast-paced, agile approach to 5G […]

The surge of individuals working, learning and socialising online is at an absolute peak as we navigate the current Covid-19 pandemic. Now, more than ever, it is increasingly […]

Assistant Director of Digital and Customer Service, at Sunderland City Council, Liz St Louis, discusses her thoughts around the importance of good digital connectivity, enabling technologies and the […]

Sunderland is the first place in the country to pilot a new healthcare app that allows patients with debilitating breathing problems to monitor their vital signs and visually […]

The Vision Sunderland was named in 2018 by Tech Nation as among the top tech cities with a £118m turnover and jobs boom in the digital technology sector […]