Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 79944

Proof of Identity: Digital Technology

Tabled: 10 October 2025

Answered: 22 October 2025

Question

Martin Wrigley

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether her Department has had discussions with (a) Apple, (b) Google and (c) other technology companies on delivering digital identity schemes.

Answer

Ian Murray

The Government will start a public consultation on the new digital ID by the end of the year and has naturally begun engaging with key stakeholders, including charities, trade unions, trade bodies and associations, businesses and local government leaders ...

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