Written Question·Department for Business and Trade·UIN 81904
Electronic Government: Proof of Identity
Tabled: 14 October 2025
Answered: 22 October 2025
Question
Kate Osamor
Labour (Co-op) — Edmonton and Winchmore Hill
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of compulsory identity verification via One Login on (a) small business owners and (b) people who are digitally excluded.
Answer
Blair McDougallIdentity verification creates a more reliable companies register. This supports small businesses that may have limited resources in due diligence, helping them grow. Verifying the identity of those who run or control companies also protects legitimate bus...
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