Oral Question·Cabinet Office
“What steps he plans to take to consult the public on the design of the digital ID scheme.”
Tabled: 26 February 2026Answered: 5 March 2026
Asked by
Jeff Smith
Labour — Manchester Withington
Answering Minister
the Minister for the Cabinet Office
Answer from Hansard
The Parliamentary Secretary, Cabinet Office (Mr James Frith)
Public services should be there for us when we need them, but right now it is too hard for people to get what they need. The new, free-to-access digital ID intends to change that by supporting the personalising of public services, making everyday life easier for everyone. The consultation will be launched next week to ensure that the public can have their say on how we make digital ID work for them.