A dedicated teacher committed to closing the gender gap in computing science and cyber security has been lauded by Scotland's industry leaders as she launches a charitable initiative aimed at furthering female participation in the industry.

An award-winning teacher who is dedicated to closing the gender gap in computing science and cyber security has won praise from industry leaders as she launches a charitable initiative to attract schoolgirls into the sector.

A West Lothian school enjoyed great success at Scottish Cyber Awards 2017. Toni Scullion at St Kentigern’s Academy in Blackburn won Cyber Security Teacher of the Year as well as being presented with the Champion of Champions award.