Computerweekly UK Government Revises Digital ID Plans Amid Confusion
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The UK government has decided against making digital ID mandatory for right-to-work checks, reversing a previous announcement made by Prime Minister Keir Starmer in September 2025. The digital ID scheme will now be voluntary for most uses, although it is still intended to facilitate easier access to employment. The new measures come amidst ongoing discussions about the purpose and implementation of digital ID in the UK.
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