Written Question·Cabinet Office·UIN 86537

Proof of Identity: Digital Technology

Tabled: 29 October 2025

Answered: 4 November 2025

Named Day

Question

Freddie van Mierlo

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of (a) digital identity systems and (b) online application platforms on access to public services by Irish citizens living in the UK.

Answer

Josh Simons

The government will launch a public consultation on the design of the new digital ID, and has already started to engage with a range of expert organisations. Stakeholder and public views, including those in response to the future consultation, will inform...

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