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- The launch is a direct response to the need for mobile networks to find a long-term solution to the data poverty crisis at a national level – by creating a collaborative, community-led platform that provides free mobile data to those who need it.
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The National Databank provides free mobile data, texts and minutes to those living in data poverty. It’s like a foodbank, but for mobile data. Drop by and see us and ask for the National Databank in any of our O2 stores.
Jul 26, 2021 · The launch of the National Databank follows a series of moves from Virgin Media O2 to support vulnerable customers during the COVID-19 pandemic – from free mobile data, devices and TV channels, to permanently zero-rating NHS and education websites.
Nov 12, 2021 · The National Databank provides a central hub where community groups can access free ‘data voucher codes’ and SIM cards for anyone who needs them. Those accessing free data will also be offered additional support – including digital skills training and signposting to other essential services.
Aug 11, 2024 · The National Databank and data poverty are highlighted as part of O2’s new Christmas campaign, launching today. Founded in 2021 by Good Things Foundation and Virgin Media O2, the National Databank provides free O2 mobile data, texts and calls to those in need.
To ensure everyone benefits from internet connectivity, we built the National Databank. Launched in July 2021 with our strategic partner Virgin Media O2, the National Databank was founded to tackle data poverty and isolation during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Nov 7, 2022 · Virgin Media O2 is stepping up its support for people affected by the cost-of-living crisis by piloting the National Databank at 10 O2 stores across the country. It’s even easier and simpler for people in need to get 20GB of free O2 mobile data per month so they can get online.
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Nov 30, 2023 · From 7 December, more than 240 O2 stores across the UK will start to become National Databank Digital Inclusion Hubs, providing free O2 data to anyone experiencing data poverty – regardless of their mobile provider.
