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‘Intrusive’ digital ID cards were a flop 15 years ago – so what’s changed?
A decade and a half ago, the last Labour government’s rollout of ID cards was scrapped amid an outcry over an invasion of privacy. Alex Ross asks what has changed today, and whether a Brit card is the answer?
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independent.co.uk
Digital ID plans spark fierce debate among Independent readers
Our community is split on government plans for a compulsory digital ‘Brit card’. While some warned it would erode civil liberties and fail to address illegal migration, others…
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theguardian.com
Digital ID cards: a versatile and useful tool or a worrying cybersecurity risk?
As Keir Starmer aims to revive ID card system first proposed by Tony Blair, we look at the arguments for and against
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Starmer to unveil digital ID cards in plan set to ignite civil liberties row
‘Brit card’ already facing opposition from privacy campaigners as government looks for ways to tackle illegal immigration
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How would the ‘Brit card’ digital ID work?
The ‘Brit card’ could mark the government’s latest attempt to crack down on illegal migration
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Every adult in Britain to require new ‘Brit Card’ ID
Civil liberties groups warn mandatory digital IDs risk pushing ‘unauthorised migrants further into the shadows’
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‘Alarmism’: Readers say ID cards work well abroad as Starmer’s plan sparks division
Starmer’s digital ID plan has split opinion, but many in our community have drawn on experiences overseas to argue ID cards are practical and long overdue
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When will new UK digital ID card be introduced and how will it work?
The digital ID card marks the government’s latest attempt to crack down on illegal migration
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upi.com
United Kingdom to introduce digital ID cards despite public skepticism - UPI.com
U.K. citizens and permanent residents will get digital ID cards that will make it easier to access health care, welfare, child care and other public services.
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Minister suggests digital ID cards could become ‘bedrock of modern state’
Under the proposal, individuals will not be asked to produce it other than when they are proving a right to work in the UK
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‘Intrusive’ digital ID cards were a flop 15 years ago – so what’s changed?
A decade and a half ago, the last Labour government’s rollout of ID cards was scrapped amid an outcry over an invasion of privacy. Alex Ross asks what has changed today, and…
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aljazeera.com
Why is the UK introducing digital IDs – and why are they so controversial?
Keir Starmer's digital ID proposal has been criticised by rivals and civil liberties groups over privacy concerns.