Written question asked by Mike Wood (Conservative) on Thursday, 12 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 16 March 2026. It was answered by James Frith (Labour) on Tuesday, 31 March 2026 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.
Proof of Identity: Digital Technology
- Question
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To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to page 48 of the Cabinet Office consultation paper on Digital ID, 10 March 2026, CP1498, whether prospective employees who do not have a passport or a Digital ID will be able to take up a job.
- Answer
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Digital right to work checks will be required by the end of the Parliament. Anyone starting a new job will be able to use the new, free digital proof of identity for these right to work checks - or do a digital check of other documents, including your passport.
The design and rollout of digital ID will be accompanied by an inclusion programme across the UK.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 120322
- Session
- 2024-26
- Related items
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Making public services work for you with your digital identity
Tuesday, 10 March 2026
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House of Commons
House of Lords
- Subjects
- Digital technology Employment Proof of identity Passports
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- 2026-03-31 10:52:05 +0100
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