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UK Unveils Controversial Digital ID Plan Amid Privacy Concerns

10/5/2025

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The UK government plans a national digital ID for citizens 16 and over to streamline public services.
The ID will not be compulsory for all, but mandatory for certain applications to curb illegal immigration.
Critics warn about privacy and security, doubting its effectiveness in reducing illegal work.
A public consultation will launch as the government seeks lessons from Estonia.

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Story summary

The UK government plans a national digital ID for citizens 16 and over to streamline public services.
The ID will not be compulsory for all, but mandatory for certain applications to curb illegal immigration.
Critics warn about privacy and security, doubting its effectiveness in reducing illegal work.
A public consultation will launch as the government seeks lessons from Estonia.