The government has announced plans to introduce a digital ID system across the UK, with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer saying it will ensure the country's "borders are more secure". The IDs will not ...

A protester holds a Union Jack flag and a sign during a 'No to Digital ID' demonstration against the planned introduction of a government-issued digital ID for all British adults, outside the Labour ...

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has revealed plans for a free digital ID system for nationals and residents, aiming to curb illegal immigration and simplify access to government services. The digital ...

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Anyone who wants to work in the UK will need to have a digital ID by the end of the Parliament, Sir Keir Starmer has said. The Government hopes the proposed IDs will deter people from coming to the UK ...

All UK citizens will have to have a digital ID under new plans but they will only need to show it to prove their right to work, a Cabinet minister has said. The digital ID will be compulsory for ...

Plans are being made for the introduction of new digital ID cards that can be held on your phone. The Government hopes the proposed IDs will support efforts to reduce illegal immigration by curbing ...

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The government said the new system would help to curb illegal migration, but opponents said it would infringe on citizens’ privacy. By Lynsey Chutel Reporting from London The British government on ...

The government has announced plans to introduce a new digital ID for UK residents, in an attempt to curb illegal immigration. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday the scheme would offer ...