diff --git a/readme.md b/readme.md
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--- a/readme.md
+++ b/readme.md
@@ -27,8 +27,8 @@ To get started with x-dash, you'll need to make sure you have the following soft
 
 1. [Git](https://git-scm.com/)
 2. [Make](https://www.gnu.org/software/make/)
-3. [Node.js](https://nodejs.org/en/) (version 12)
-4. [npm](http://npmjs.com/)
+3. [Node.js](https://nodejs.org/en/) (versions 14 or 16)
+4. [npm](http://npmjs.com/) (versions 7 or 8)
 
 Please note that x-dash has only been tested in Mac and Linux environments. If you are on a Mac you may find it easiest to install the [Command Line Tools](https://developer.apple.com/download/more/) package which includes Git and Make.
 
@@ -113,4 +113,4 @@ The best way to ensure you stick to the x-dash code style is to make your work c
 [ESLint]: https://eslint.org/
 [contribution guide]: https://github.com/Financial-Times/x-dash/blob/HEAD/contribution.md
 
-For more in-depth information visit the [Wiki](https://github.com/Financial-Times/x-dash/wiki)
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+For more in-depth information visit the [Wiki](https://github.com/Financial-Times/x-dash/wiki)