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Written question asked by Baroness Uddin (Non-affiliated) on Friday, 20 March 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 7 April 2026. It was answered by Lord Collins of Highbury (Labour) on Tuesday, 7 April 2026 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.

Proof of Identity: Digital Technology

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, in light of the consultation on digital ID, what steps they will take to ensure that the consultation mechanism and information are made available to all communities, including both inner city and rural areas.

Answer

The Government has launched a national conversation to ensure the digital ID system is shaped by all communities.

The digital ID consultation will involve 8 weeks of open engagement – running from 10 March to 5 May - where anyone who wants to take part can share their views in ways that work for them. You can do this online via an online form, by email or by post.

We will also support local conversations and events across the UK to spread awareness and encourage participation. This includes roadshows, roundtables, as well as resources such as a ‘workshop in a box’ to help communities run their own discussions in ways that work for them. To request materials for ‘workshop in a box’, please email workshop@digitalid.cabinetoffice.gov.uk.

After the 8-week open engagement period, we will bring together a broadly representative group of 100-120 people from across the UK to take part in a more in-depth deliberative engagement process.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL15831
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Digital technology Public consultation Proof of identity
Link
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