Connected Britain 2025: Shaping the future of UK connectivity and digital economy

We’re proud to be an Association Partner for Connected Britain 2025, the UK’s most important digital economy event!

This year’s edition will be bigger and bolder than ever, with:

• 400 visionary speakers
• 8,000+ senior leaders
• Collaboration, idea-sharing, and shaping the future of UK connectivity and digital economy.

Join us at ExCeL London on 24–25 September 2025!

Visit AbilityNet at Connected Britain

AbilityNet will be exhibiting at stand 341. Come visit us and attend our panel discussions:

Day 1

24th September at 14:15
Tech without limits: Bridging disability and digital access

• How accessible tech supports people with disabilities and learning impairments
• Social and economic impact
• Role of public-private partnerships
• Future of accessible technology

Speakers:

• Robin Christopherson, Head of Digital Inclusion at AbilityNet, will share insights on how inclusive technology can transform lives emphasising the role of innovation and collaboration in bridging the digital divide for disabled people. 

Robin will be joined by:

• Karen Blake – Powered by Diversity
• Glenda Cook – Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership
• David Brown – Digital Office for Scottish Local Government
• Ronsie Nepomuceno – EE

24th September at 15:20
Digital inclusion for vulnerable populations

• Importance of connectivity for vulnerable groups
• Challenges in providing access
• Innovative solutions

Speakers:

• Chris Grant, Community Relationship Team Lead at AbilityNet, will disucss the critical role of connectivity in empowering vulnerable populations, addressing access challenges and showcasing innovative approaches to digital inclusion.

Chris will be joined by:

• Gail Harvey – Norfolk County Council
• Laura Waller – Coventry City Council
• Chris Northen – Manchester City Council
• Rachaelle Litwin – Colchester City Council

24th September at 15:05

How to identify, grow, and deploy essential digital skills across regions and age groups

Telecom and Digital leaders, educators, and public partners discuss how we can better identify, grow, and deploy essential digital skills across regions and age groups.

Speakers:

• Amy Low, CEO of AbilityNet, will explore strategies for identifying, nurturing, and deploying essential digital skills across diverse regions and age groups.

Amy will be joined by:

• Jemma Waters – Lloyds Banking Group
• Gori Yahaya – Upskill Universe
• Jess Flack – Essex County Council

Why Attend?

Connected Britain 2025 is the UK’s largest and most influential connectivity event. Engage with key stakeholders, discover innovations, and gain insights into the UK’s digital transformation.

Special Offer

As an Association Partner, AbilityNet offers a 15% discount with promo code ABILITY15 when registering!

Public sector attendees and broadband operators can also access the free ticket programme.

Get your tickets

Join us at more upcoming events

Discover more opportunities to connect, learn, and collaborate at our upcoming events:

• 17 September: How to use your digital device to help with mobility and dexterity - with Parkinson's UK
• 22 October: Simple ways to get online and feel less isolated
• 12-13 November: AbilityNet's TechShare Pro