Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 82555
Proof of Identity: Digital Technology
Tabled: 15 October 2025
Answered: 20 October 2025
Named DayQuestion
Graham Leadbitter
Scottish National Party — Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what estimate her Department has made of anticipated (a) maximum and (b) minimum potential costs of (i) setting up and (ii) running a digital ID scheme.
Answer
Ian MurrayThe Government will launch a public consultation on the new digital ID by the end of the year. The eventual total cost and savings will depend on the design, build and delivery of the system, matters which will be included in the consultation.