More than 12 million UK adults lack basic digital knowhow, MPs say

Systemic problems with computer training costs economy 63bn a year in lost income, Commons committee says

Britain is facing a "digital skills crisis" with more than 12 million adults lacking basic digital knowhow, MPs have said.

The Commons science and technology committee said systemic problems with digital education and training were costing the economy an estimated 63bn a year in lost income. Only urgent action from government, industry, schools and universities could prevent the skills shortage damaging future productivity and competitiveness, it said.