Written Question·Cabinet Office·UIN 121068

Proof of Identity: Digital Technology

Tabled: 16 March 2026

Answered: 24 March 2026

Question

James McMurdock

Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to his Department’s press release entitled Government launches consultation on making public services quicker, easier and more secure to access with digital ID, published on 10 March 2026, whether

Answer

Mr James Frith

Yes, the People’s Panel will consist of a single group of 100 to 120 individuals, selected via civic lottery to ensure a representative sample of the public.