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General · 10 March 2026

100 Britons to help shape digital ID plans

100 Britons to help shape digital ID plans

Accessing public services could get easier, as ministers aim to build public trust in digital identification plans. Darren Jones will announce details on Tuesday for a consultation involving 100 randomly selected UK citizens across Britain. This scheme won't be compulsory or used for the NHS and won't involve funding for special educational needs, per Bridget Phillipson.

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