ACE IT Scotland

ACE IT Scotland were honoured to be invited to 10 Downing Street by the Prime Minister for a Burns Night reception.

This was a great opportunity to tell people about the work we do. Manager Iain Couper spoke with the Prime Minister, many MPs as well as people from across Scottish culture and other recipients of the Kings Award for Voluntary Service. A great night was had.

Lovely to hear the Bagpipes in Downing Street!

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Make the most of the supercomputer in your pocket!

If you own a smartphone, you may be surprised at some of the things it can do. Many phones can be used as a tape measure, a remote control and even a metal detector.

The Guardian recently shared a list of 25 surprising things you can do here.

ACE IT can help you get to grips with all of these, just get in touch on 0131 667 2053 or [email protected].

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Huge thanks to the team at Escape the Past for having us!

We managed to escape just in the nick of time for Christmas dinner 😄

Congratulations on a successful escape!

ACE IT are delighted to receive an incredibly generous £1,500 donation from Rotary Edinburgh.

Rotary Edinburgh do so much good for communities both at home and abroad, and we’re truly grateful for their support.

FUNDING MATURE IT TRAINING COURSES IN EDINBURGH!
Rotary Edinburgh was delighted today to present a cheque for £1500 to Edinburgh based charity, ACE IT Scotland, which will help fund new IT equipment for training mature people in IT skills.
It’s widely recognised today that older people are at risk of being excluded from our digital society. Devices can be complicated, and navigating websites and apps can be daunting. Research shows that improving digital literacy substantially improves wellbeing, reduces isolation and loneliness plus improves a person’s financial health.
ACE IT is an Edinburgh charity which has been helping older people learn digital skills and get online with confidence since 2005, supporting anyone over the age of 50 to use digital devices through one-to-one coaching at locations across Edinburgh.
ACE IT also delivers weekly activities sessions for residents of care homes through its ‘Moose in the Hoose’ service.
Niall Finlayson, chair of the Rotary Club of Edinburgh Jubilee Charity Fund presented the cheque to Iain Couper, manager of ACE IT Scotland.
P.S. ACE IT Scotland was recently awarded the King’s Award for Voluntary Service 2025 – the highest honour for volunteer groups in the UK! Well done, guys!

This week, we said a huge thank you to our incredible volunteers, each of whom received their very own King’s Award for Voluntary Service commemorative badge 👑

We couldn’t do what we do without you, and we’re excited to support even more people in tackling digital exclusion in 2026!

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We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that ACE IT Scotland has been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service 2025 – the highest honour for volunteer groups in the UK! 👑✨

This award is the equivalent of an MBE and celebrates our amazing volunteers, who for over 20 years have supported people over 50 in Edinburgh to get online, stay connected, and feel confident with technology.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of our story - this recognition is for you! 💜

King's Award for Voluntary Service Department for Culture, Media and Sport

It was great to help 41 members of the Craigleith Ladies Probus Club this morning to get better equipped with staying safe online. Huge thanks to our wonderful volunteer Miki for a fantastic presentation!

Get in touch if your organisation could use ACE IT's support with the digital world - just call 0131 667 2053 or email [email protected]

Book your (digital) MOT
Keep your digital life running smoothly with ACE IT Scotland’s Digital MOT — a free, practical check-up for your phone, tablet, or computer.

Our friendly team will guide you through simple steps to help you:

✅ Understand your device better
✅ Stay secure and up to date
✅ Make the most of your storage and apps
✅ Improve accessibility and ease of use

During your Digital MOT, we’ll help you check:

Device health: software updates, battery condition, and cleaning tips

Security: passwords, antivirus, and backups

Storage: clearing space, managing downloads, and removing unused apps

Communication: syncing contacts, setting up emergency info, and managing notifications

Accessibility: adjusting font size, screen brightness, or enabling voice assistance

You’ll leave with a cleaner, safer, and easier-to-use device — and the confidence to keep it that way.

Call 0131 667 2053
Email [email protected]

ACE IT partnering with Hearts Innovation Centre for events in November

Come join us at Tynecastle on Thursdays 20th and 27th November for our friendly, hands-on course: Staying Safe Online. Learn how to stay confident, safe and secure when using the internet, email, and everyday online tools.

Each session is interactive, so you’ll practise everything on your own device. We will also explore artificial intelligence, carry out digital MOTs for your devices, and learn simple ways to keep your phone and tablet secure.

Whether you’re looking to communicate, shop, or just get online with confidence, this course will give you the practical skills and tips you need to feel safe and in control. Call 0131 667 2053 or email [email protected] to book your space.