Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 82558

Proof of Identity: Digital Technology

Tabled: 15 October 2025

Answered: 21 October 2025

Named Day

Question

Graham Leadbitter

Scottish National Party — Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether the Digital ID will be accepted as proof of identification.

Answer

Ian Murray

The Government has announced plans for a new national digital ID for all UK citizens and legal residents aged 16 and over. Employers will be required to conduct digital right to work checks using the new digital credential by the end of this parliament.Th...

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