Written Question·Cabinet Office·UIN 121257
Proof of Identity: Digital Technology
Tabled: 16 March 2026
Answered: 31 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 FrithThe People’s Panel will debate how a digital ID can work for everyone. As part of this process, participants will engage with what a digital ID might look like to meet the guiding principles of trusted, useful and inclusive.