techUK invites members to feed into the Department for Education’s consultation on embedding digital and technology standards in all schools and colleges by 2030.

This virtual roundtable will provide an opportunity to:

  • Discuss the proposed core digital standards

  • Share insights on barriers, support needs, and readiness in the sector

  • Contribute evidence and examples to inform techUK’s formal response

This consultation forms part of a wider effort to tackle digital inequality in education and is aligned with the government’s Digital Inclusion Action Plan. We welcome input from members delivering digital infrastructure, services, cyber security, or leadership support to the education sector.

For further information regarding the consultation please click below.


Austin Earl

Austin Earl

Programme Manager, Education and EdTech, techUK

Austin leads techUK’s Education and EdTech programme, shaping strategies that support the digital transformation of schools, colleges, and universities. His work focuses on strengthening the UK’s education technology ecosystem, enhancing core technology foundations, and advancing the adoption of emerging technologies to improve educational outcomes.

Austin also chairs the EdTech Advisory Panel for AI in Education, contributing to national discussions on the future of EdTech, AI, and the UK's Education system.