British MPs may be offered digital training to become more “ tech - focused ” after a successful pilot scheme by Doteveryone , a digital issues charity . Four MPs received training from tech - focused mentors to explore how digital training might benefit parliamentary work . The charity claims that engagement was increased through the scheme , and hopes that further training will help MPs to communicate more effectively with their constituents . Between May and June, Doteveryone worked with Labour MP Yvette Cooper, SNP MP Calum Kerr, Liberal Democrat MP Norman Lamb, and Conservative MP Matt Warman. The Taxpayers Alliance , however , called the idea “ silly ” and a waste of taxpayer money .
British MPs may be offered digital training to become more “ tech - focused ” after a successful pilot scheme by Doteveryone , a digital issues charity . Four MPs received training from tech - focused mentors to explore how digital training might benefit parliamentary work . The charity claims that engagement was increased through the scheme , and hopes that further training will help MPs to communicate more effectively with their constituents . The Taxpayers Alliance , however , called the idea “ silly ” and a waste of taxpayer money .