The UK government’s digital identity scheme: Dystopian nightmare or modernised public services?

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The UK government’s digital identity scheme: Dystopian nightmare or modernised public services?

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The UK government’s digital identity scheme: Dystopian nightmare or modernised public services?

Thu Mar 12 2026

Government

IAM

Privacy

www.computerweekly.com

Critics and supporters of digital ID are honing their arguments for the government’s consultation – but it’s the public that will decide. How should you choose?