Maro Itoje digital divide laptops remote learning campaign
Sam Copeland Being forced to learn from home during the pandemic is no doubt disruptive enough for schoolchildren. For those, however, whose families can’t afford the expensive equipment needed to participate in remote learning, the barriers are even greater. Now England rugby player Maro Itoje, dubbed ‘Super Maro’ for his sporting prowess, has proved himself worthy of the accolade in the sphere of educational equality, too. The Old Harrovian and former Tatler cover star is helping tackle the school laptop shortage, which is leaving a huge number of young people unfairly disadvantaged....